Hedberg

Hedberg is a surname of Swedish origin. It is a compound name commonly found in Sweden and other Nordic countries, typically formed from elements that appear in Nordic toponymy and often associated with geographic features near ancestral homesteads. The name is also present among descendants of Swedish and Nordic emigrants in North America and elsewhere.

Notable bearers include Johan Hedberg (born 1973), a Swedish former professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League. The surname has appeared across various fields, reflecting its broader Nordic heritage and its spread through migration. In genealogical and onomastic references, Hedberg is listed alongside related surnames formed from common Germanic and Scandinavian elements, illustrating common patterns in naming practices in the region.