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Karlsson

Karlsson (name) means a Swedish surname meaning "son of Karl.". Example: “The Karlsson family has lived in the same village for generations.”

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A Swedish surname meaning "son of Karl."

"The Karlsson family has lived in the same village for generations."

How to use Karlsson

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In plain EnglishA Swedish surname meaning "son of Karl," related to the English surnames Carlson and Charlson.

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Etymology

From Swedish Karlsson, literally "son of Karl" — a close relative of the surnames Carlson and Charlson.

Origin: Swedish

Frequently asked questions

What does “Karlsson” mean?

The word “Karlsson” means a Swedish surname meaning "son of Karl.". In plain terms, a Swedish surname meaning "son of Karl," related to the English surnames Carlson and Charlson.

How do you use “Karlsson” in a sentence?

Here is “Karlsson” used in a sentence: “The Karlsson family has lived in the same village for generations.”

What part of speech is “Karlsson”?

“Karlsson” is a name.

Where does the word “Karlsson” come from?

The word “Karlsson” comes from Swedish. From Swedish Karlsson, literally "son of Karl" — a close relative of the surnames Carlson and Charlson.

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