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The last name Joergensen is of Scandinavian origin, particularly associated with Denmark and Norway. It is a patronymic surname derived from the given name "Jørgen," which is the Scandinavian form of "George," meaning "farmer" or "earthworker." This surname indicates lineage, signifying "son of Jørgen," and reflects the historical practice in these regions of forming surnames based on the father's first name. The Joergensen surname can be traced back to the medieval period, when surnames began to be adopted in Scandinavia, and it is often linked to agrarian communities where farming was a primary occupation. Variations of the surname include Jørgensen, Jorgensen, and Jorgenson, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by regional dialects and the transition from Danish to Norwegian and other languages. The name remains common in Denmark and Norway, and it has also spread to other countries, particularly through emigration, where it may appear in various forms while retaining its original meaning and heritage.