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Gunnar Alfred Carlson, 1899 - 1972
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Gunnar* Carl Fridolf Carlson, 1911 - 2003
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Gunnar William Henry Carlson, 1919 - 1980
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Gunnar Carl Fridolf Carlson, 1911 - 2003
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Gunnar* Carl Fridolf Carlson, 1911 - 2003
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Gunnar Simon Carlson, 1891 - 1961
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Handlande Gunnar Edvard Carlson, 1897 - Circa 1963
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Gunnar William Henry Carlson, 1919 - 1980
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Gunnar Carlson, 1885 - 1969
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Gunnar Fredrik Carlson, 1885 - 1969
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Gunnar Carlson, 1896 - 1964
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Gunnar Børge Carlson, 1931 - 2014
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Gunnar Karl Fredrik Carlson, 1911 - 2003
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Gunnar Carl Axel Carlson, 1908 - 1983
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Gunnar Carl Fridolf Carlson, 1911 - 2003
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Gunnar A. Carlson, 1863 - 1928
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Gunnar Carlson, 1894 - 1963
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Gunnar W. Carlson, Circa 1922 - 1931
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Gunnar E. a. Carlson, Circa 1915 - 1975
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Gunnar Carlson, Circa 1909 - 1958
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Gunnar T. Carlson in Lewiston Evening Journal - Dec 12 1935
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Gunnar Carlson in Daytona Beach Morning Journal - Dec 11 1966
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Gunnar Wilhelm Carlson, 1931 - 1931
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Gunnar C. Carlson, 1907 - 1985
Maryland DeathsGunnar Carlson, 1889 - 1954
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesGunnar Julius Carlson, 1906 - 1983
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Gunnar L. Carlson, 1897 - 1971
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesGunnar Carlson, 1906 - 1996
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Gunnar Valfrid Carlson, 1897 - 1899
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Gunnar Carlson, Circa 1890 - 1954
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Gunnar G. Carlson, born Circa 1911
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Gunnar Carlson
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Gunnar Carlson
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Connecticut)Gunnar F. Carlson, 1909 - 1989
BillionGravesGunnar Q. Carlson, 1922 - 1944
BillionGravesGunnar Carlson, 1891 - 1986
BillionGravesGunnar Carlson, 1882 - 1890
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Gunnar Carlson, Circa 1908 - 1908
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Gunnar Carlson, Circa 1894 - 1928
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Gunnar Carlson, died 1903
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Gunnar Edwin Carlson, born 1908
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Gunnar Carlson, died 1946
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Gunnar Carlson, Circa 1903 - 1952
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Gunnar Fridolf Carlson, Circa 1908 - 1967
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Gunnar Douglas Carlson, Circa 1928 - 1993
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Gunnar Carl F. Carlson, Circa 1892 - 1967
Canada, British Columbia Deaths
Gunnar E Carlson, Circa 1883 - 1954
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Gunnar Emil Carlson, Circa 1905 - 1952
Wyoming Deaths, 1910-1952Gustaf Gunnar Hildemar Carlson, 1894 - 1970
FamilySearch Family TreeErik Gunnar Karlsson, 1906 - 1986
FamilySearch Family TreeGunnar Carl Carlson, 1906 - 1966
FamilySearch Family TreeGunnar Hilding Carlson, 1905 - 1960
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- Sweden 24%
- Denmark 7%
The first name Gunnar has its origins in Old Norse, specifically derived from the elements "gunnr," meaning "battle," and "arr," meaning "warrior." This name was prevalent in Scandinavia, particularly in regions that are now modern-day Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, during the Viking Age. Historically, those who bore the name Gunnar were often associated with strength, bravery, and martial prowess, reflecting the warrior culture of the Norse people. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including "Gunnar" in Scandinavian countries, "Gunnar" in German-speaking regions, and "Gunar" in some Slavic languages. The name has also been adapted into various forms, such as "Gonhar" in some Celtic contexts. Over time, Gunnar has maintained its popularity, often symbolizing a connection to heritage and valor, and continues to be a favored choice in contemporary naming practices.
The last name Carlson is of Scandinavian origin, particularly prevalent in Sweden and Norway, where it is derived from the given name Carl, meaning "free man" or "man." The suffix "-son" indicates "son of," thus Carlson essentially means "son of Carl." This patronymic naming convention reflects the historical practice of identifying individuals by their father's name, which was common in Nordic cultures. The name has roots in the Viking Age, when surnames began to emerge as a means of distinguishing lineage. Variations of the surname can be found in different countries and cultures, including Karlsson in Sweden, which retains the same meaning, and Carlsen, which may appear in Denmark and Norway. The name has also been adapted in various forms, such as Carlsson or Kaarlsen, depending on regional dialects and linguistic influences. Overall, Carlson and its variations highlight a rich heritage tied to familial identity and the significance of personal names in Scandinavian history.
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