Herjólfsson

Herjólfsson is a surname of Norse origin. It is a patronymic, meaning it derives from a father's given name. In this case, it means "son of Herjólfr." Herjólfr itself is a common Old Norse name composed of the elements "herr" meaning "army" or "host" and "ólfr" meaning "wolf." Surnames of this type were widely used in medieval Scandinavia. While not as common as some other Norse surnames, Herjólfsson and its variants can be found in historical records and among modern populations with Scandinavian heritage, particularly in Iceland and Norway. The historical presence of the name suggests a lineage tracing back to individuals named Herjólfr who lived centuries ago. The exact geographical distribution and frequency of the surname can vary over time and across different regions.