Elofssons

Elofssons is a Swedish surname. The name is of patronymic origin, derived from the given name Elof. Elof itself is a Swedish form of the Old Norse name Eilifr, which means "sole survivor" or "heir." Therefore, Elofssons translates to "son of Elof." The surname is relatively common in Sweden and is found throughout the country. Historically, surnames in Sweden were often adopted based on the father's given name, with the addition of "-sson" or "-dotter" to indicate "son of" or "daughter of," respectively. While many Swedish surnames are now fixed, Elofssons is an example of a patronymic surname that has persisted. Individuals with the surname Elofssons can be found in various professions and walks of life. Notable individuals bearing the surname may exist, though a comprehensive list is beyond the scope of this brief overview. The geographical distribution of the surname reflects historical settlement patterns within Sweden.