Anderson

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Proper noun 1.2.1 Related terms 1.2.2 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

Originally a patronymic, Anders ( a Middle English variant of Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland) + -son.

• In the US adopted by immigrants originally named Andersen or Andersson.

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Singular Anderson

Plural -

Anderson

1. A common Scottish and northern English surname.

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• Andrews

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