There are
599
Karlsens in the USA
Karlsen is the
37229th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Karlsen

ErikKarlsen

Erik Karlsen is a Norwegian actor known for his roles in Norwegian films such as 'Elling' and 'Mongoland.'

IngridKarlsen

Ingrid Karlsen is a Norwegian painter known for her vibrant and expressive abstract paintings.

LindaKarlsen

Linda Karlsen is a Norwegian handball player who has represented Norway in international competitions such as the European Handball Championship.

OleKarlsen

Ole Karlsen is a Norwegian ski jumper who has competed in multiple Winter Olympic Games and World Championships.

ElsaKarlsen

Elsa Karlsen is a Swedish journalist and television presenter known for her work on Swedish television programs.

JonKarlsen

Jon Karlsen is a Danish footballer who has played as a midfielder for various Danish and European clubs.

MetteKarlsen

Mette Karlsen is a Danish politician who has served as a member of the Danish Parliament.

KariKarlsen

Kari Karlsen is a Finnish writer known for her novels and short stories exploring themes of social issues and identity.

AndersKarlsen

Anders Karlsen is a Swedish musician and composer known for his contributions to the Swedish music scene.

PetterKarlsen

Petter Karlsen is a Norwegian singer-songwriter known for his soulful folk music and introspective lyrics.

Karlsen Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Karlsen' is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the personal name 'Karl,' meaning 'man' or 'free man,' combined with the patronymic suffix '-sen,' meaning 'son of.' It is a common surname in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Karlsen' is primarily found in Norway, where it is one of the most common surnames. It is also present in other Scandinavian countries such as Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Karlsen' include 'Karlson' and 'Karlsson.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Karlsen' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of Scandinavian emigration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This has resulted in the presence of 'Karlsens' in countries such as the United States and Canada.