Gustavson

Gustavson is a surname of Scandinavian origin, formed as a patronymic from the given name Gustav. The given name Gustav itself is of Germanic origin, commonly interpreted as a compound referencing the Geats (Gaut) and a staff or support, and it entered Scandinavian naming practice during the medieval period. As a patronymic, Gustavson traditionally signified "son of Gustav" and was commonly used in Sweden and Norway, with regional variations in spelling and pronunciation.

In modern usage, Gustavson appears in Nordic countries and in diaspora communities in North America and elsewhere, reflecting migration from Sweden, Norway, and Iceland. Within Scandinavia, variants such as Gustafson, Gustafsson, and Gustavsson are more common, while Gustavson often appears as an anglicized or alternative form in English-speaking contexts.

Variants and related spellings include Gustafson, Gustafsson, Gustavsson, and other patronymic forms derived from Gustav. The exact spelling can indicate geographic origin or family history, as naming practices and orthography diverged across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland.

Notable individuals with the surname Gustavson have contributed to fields such as academia, arts, and sports. As a surname with a broad geographic footprint, it is represented in biographical and historical records.

See also: Gustafson, Gustafsson, Gustavsson, Gustav.