Wikström

Wikström is a surname of Swedish origin. It is a compound of two elements, Wik and ström, with Wik derived from a form related to vík in Old Norse meaning bay or inlet, and ström meaning stream or current. The combination reflects a toponymic naming pattern common in Scandinavian surnames, often indicating a geographic feature near water.

The name is most common in Sweden and is also found in Finland, particularly among Swedish-speaking communities and in regions with historical Swedish influence. Through migration and diasporic movement, bearers of the surname have established communities in other Nordic countries and in North America. In usage, the diacritic over the o in Wikström is typically retained in Swedish contexts, while the form Wikstrom is frequently encountered in English-language or non-diacritic contexts.

Notable bearers of the surname span various fields, including sports, the arts, and academia, reflecting the surname’s broad presence in Swedish-speaking populations. The name also appears in historical records and in regional place names within Sweden and Finland. As with many Swedish surnames, Wikström may be found in multiple spellings and transliterations depending on country, language, and historical period.