Óskarsdóttir

Óskarsdóttir is a common Icelandic patronymic surname, meaning "daughter of Óskar". In Iceland, surnames are typically patronymic, with sons taking the father's given name followed by "-son" and daughters taking the father's given name followed by "-dóttir". Therefore, Óskarsdóttir indicates that the individual's father was named Óskar. This naming convention is a significant aspect of Icelandic cultural heritage.

While Óskarsdóttir is a surname, it is not a fixed family name passed down through generations in the same way as in many other cultures. Each new generation will have a surname based on their father's given name. This means that siblings may have different surnames if they have different fathers, and children will have surnames different from their parents.

Several notable individuals bear the Óskarsdóttir surname, reflecting its prevalence in Icelandic society. These individuals have made contributions in various fields such as politics, sports, arts, and academia. Tracing the lineage of individuals with the surname Óskarsdóttir would lead back to an ancestor named Óskar. The practice of patronymics ensures a direct link to the father's name within each generation.