The Christjansen Family Name

Ask a genealogist about Christjansen and the first name they will mention is Christenson.

What is the meaning of Christjansen?

At root, the name means “Son of Christen (Christian)”.

Is Christjansen the same name as Christenson?

Christjansen is listed among the recognised spellings of Christenson. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. You may also find the name written Christiansson, Christensson and Kristenson.

Is there a Christjansen coat of arms?

Arms linked to Christenson and its spellings were granted to individual families; our heraldry team traces which line they belonged to.

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