Gustafsons

Gustafsons is a surname that functions as a family name in English-speaking contexts and is derived from a patronymic tradition. It indicates descent from an ancestor named Gustaf, a Scandinavian given name related to Gustav.

The name is formed with the patronymic suffix -son, a common feature in Nordic naming practices meaning “son of.” Variants include Gustafson, Gustafsson, Gustafsen, and other spellings that arose from regional language differences and migration.

Geographically, Gustafsons are most often associated with Sweden and other Nordic populations. Through migration and diaspora, bearers of the name have established families in North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and elsewhere, where the spelling may reflect the language or customs of the country of residence.

Notable people: There are individuals with the surname Gustafson or Gustafsson who have achieved recognition in various fields, but the exact plural form Gustafsons is less commonly represented in major reference works. No single figure is universally identified with this precise spelling in standard encyclopedic sources.

See also: Gustafson (surname); Gustafsson; List of people with the surname Gustafson.