Kristersson

Kristersson is a Swedish surname, a patronymic form derived from the given name Krister, meaning “son of Krister.” It is most commonly found in Sweden and among Swedish-speaking populations.

The most prominent bearer of the name is Ulf Kristersson (born 1963), a Swedish politician who has led the Moderate Party since 2015 and has served as prime minister of Sweden since 2022. He previously held the position of minister for social security from 2010 to 2014 in the government of Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt. Kristersson has been a member of the Riksdag since 1994, representing the Moderate Party. As prime minister, he heads a centre-right government formed after the 2022 general election, consisting of the Moderate Party, the Christian Democrats, and the Liberals, with external support from the Sweden Democrats.

Kristersson’s political stance is characterized by a pro-market orientation, calls for welfare reform, and a focus on crime and immigration policies. His leadership has shaped Swedish fiscal and social policy debates within a broader European context.

Beyond Ulf Kristersson, the surname may be borne by other individuals, but Ulf is the most widely recognized in public life in Sweden.