|
|
|
| Subject: | Re: Tollefsrud |
| Author: | Anon. (guest, 213.10.185.228) |
| Date: | May 12, 2004 at 4:08:27 PM |
| Reply to: | Meaning of the name--Tofsrud by Sandie Tofsrud-Maurer |
Norwegians used to have a second surname that was usually a farm name. This is such a farm name. Rud means 'clearing'. Tof must be short for Tollef, a common first name in Norway. I don't know its meaning though.
| Because this message is archived you cannot respond to it. |
| Messages in this thread: |
| Home : Boards : Surname Message Board : Archives : June 2003 |
About |
Copyright © |
Terms |
Contact Advertising served by
 |
Post a Message
Search
Help/Rules/FAQ
Archives
Board Home
Other Boards