Tutki henkilöitä nimeltä Evelina Gustafsdotter

The last name Gustafsdotter is of Swedish origin, derived from the given name Gustaf, which itself is rooted in the Old Norse name Gustafr, meaning "staff of the Goths." This surname typically indicates lineage, as the suffix "-dotter" translates to "daughter of," suggesting that it was originally used to denote the female descendants of a man named Gustaf. Historically, surnames in Sweden often reflected patronymic traditions, where children were named after their fathers, thus linking them to their familial heritage. Variations of the surname can be found in different Scandinavian countries, such as Gustafsdatter in Norway and Gustafsdotter in Denmark, with slight differences in spelling and pronunciation reflecting regional linguistic characteristics. While the name is less common today, it remains a testament to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Sweden and its naming conventions.