About Steffensen
The surname Steffensen is of Danish origin and is derived from the given name Stefan, which is the Danish form of Stephen. The name Stephen comes from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning "crown" or "garland." Therefore, the surname Steffensen likely originated as a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Stefan" or "son of Stephen." It is a common surname in Denmark and may have been adopted by individuals whose ancestors were named Stefan or Stephen.
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The surname Steffensen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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