Discover people named Sven Ingemansson

The last name Ingemansson has its origins in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden, where it is derived from the given name Ingemar or Ingmar, which itself is rooted in Old Norse elements meaning "Ing's famous" or "belonging to Ing," with Ing being a god associated with fertility and peace. The suffix "-sson" indicates "son of," thus Ingemansson essentially means "son of Ingemar." This patronymic naming convention was common in Nordic cultures, reflecting lineage and familial ties. Variations of the surname can be found in different forms, such as Ingemarsson or Ingemarsson, depending on regional dialects and linguistic adaptations. While the name is primarily associated with Sweden, it may also appear in neighboring Scandinavian countries, albeit less frequently. The surname is indicative of the characteristics of those who initially bore it, often linked to agrarian lifestyles and community-oriented values prevalent in historical Scandinavian societies.