About Terkildsen
The surname Terkildsen is of Danish origin and is derived from the given name Terkild, which is a combination of the Old Norse elements "þórr" meaning "thunder" and "ketill" meaning "cauldron" or "helmet." The suffix "-sen" indicates "son of," making Terkildsen mean "son of Terkild." It is a patronymic surname commonly found in Denmark and signifies the lineage or descent from a male ancestor named Terkild.
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The surname Terkildsen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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