Ástþórsson

Ástþórsson is an Icelandic patronymic surname. In Iceland, surnames are typically formed by taking the given name of the father and adding the suffix "-son" for a son or "-dóttir" for a daughter. Therefore, Ástþórsson literally means "son of Ástþór". Ástþór itself is a given name composed of the Old Norse elements "ást" meaning love or affection, and "þórr" meaning the Norse god Thor. Individuals with the surname Ástþórsson are descendants of a male ancestor named Ástþór. Icelandic naming conventions are distinct from many other European countries, where surnames are often inherited genealogically. The patronymic system in Iceland ensures that each generation's surname reflects their immediate paternal lineage. Notable individuals who bear this surname may be found throughout Icelandic history and contemporary society.