Frederiksson

Frederiksson is a surname of Scandinavian origin. It is a patronymic name formed from the given name Frederik, with the suffix -sson meaning "son of." The spelling Frederiksson is most commonly associated with Swedish-language naming traditions, where -sson is a standard patronymic and hereditary suffix. Related forms such as Frederiksen and Frederikson appear in Danish and Norwegian usage, reflecting variations in spelling and pronunciation across languages.

The given name Frederik is the Scandinavian form of Frederick, itself derived from Germanic elements fridur or friþ meaning peace, and ric meaning ruler. Together, Frederiksson traditionally signified "the son of Frederik," though modern use of the surname is inherited and not necessarily indicative of paternity.

In contemporary demographics, Frederiksson is most frequently found in Sweden, with smaller numbers in Finland (notably among Swedish-speaking populations), Norway, and Denmark. Migration and globalization have led to occurrences in other countries as well.

There are individuals with the surname Frederiksson who have pursued work in fields such as academia, arts, and sports, but no single bearer is universally prominent.

Variants and related names include Frederiksen, Frederiksson, and Frederikson, reflecting parallel patronymic patterns in neighboring Nordic countries.