Paulsen Last Name: Meaning and Heraldic Roots

Many Paulsen families will find their roots under Paul, the form most records use.

What does the surname Paulsen mean?

It grew out of a personal name: “From Paulus, "small”.

How is Paulsen related to Paul?

The extra ending in Paulsen is patronymic: it identified a person as belonging to Paul's family. Other spellings include Pauli and Pauls.

Is there a Paulsen coat of arms?

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Paul surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

For the full story, order the Paulsen surname pack.