lómo

Lømo is a Norwegian surname and toponym that appears in Norwegian civil and parish records. As a surname, it is commonly understood to originate from a farm name, reflecting a traditional pattern of Norwegian toponymic surnames where a family adopted the name of the farm or place associated with their residence or ownership.

Etymology and meaning are typical of farm-based Norwegian names. The name Lømo is likely derived from elements referring to a landscape feature such as a meadow, clearing, or moor within a rural, wooded setting. Because there are multiple farms with similar names across Norway, the exact linguistic origin can vary by lineage, and the distinction between places bearing the name and families using it as a surname may blur in historical records.

Distribution and usage: The surname remains most common in Norway and is encountered in Norwegian diaspora communities abroad, especially in countries with historical Norwegian emigration. In Norwegian records, the name is written with the ø character; in international contexts, it may appear without diacritics as Loemo or Lomo, though such forms are less faithful to the original spelling.

Notable people and usage: The name Lømo has been borne by various individuals in Norwegian society, including figures in academia, sports, and culture. There is no single widely recognized figure who represents the name on an international level, but the surname appears in diverse public and private contexts.

See also: Lomo. The term may also refer to place names in Norway, separate from individuals who carry the surname.