Ingolfs

Ingolfs is a surname of Norse origin, derived from the Old Norse given name Ingólfr. The name Ingólfr is composed of two elements: "Ing," a god from Norse mythology, and "ólfr," meaning "wolf." Thus, Ingolfs essentially means "wolf of Ing." The surname is most commonly found in Scandinavian countries, particularly Iceland and Norway, and has also spread to other parts of the world through migration.

The historical figure Ingólfr Arnarson is often credited as the first Norse settler of Iceland. According to the Landnámabók (Book of Settlements), he cast ashore his high-seat pillars and vowed to settle wherever they landed. These pillars were found in what is now Reykjavík, making Ingólfr Arnarson a significant figure in Icelandic history. While the surname Ingolfs is directly linked to this name, it's important to note that many individuals bearing the surname may not be direct descendants of Ingólfr Arnarson but rather adopted the name or its variations over time. The surname has seen variations in spelling across different regions and historical periods, but the core etymological meaning remains consistent.