Sorrenson Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

Many Sorrenson families will find their roots under Sorenson, the form most records use.

The name is generally explained as “Son of Søren”. Sorrenson adds “r” to Sorenson, a small change that appeared as the name was written down. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written.

Family crest and blazon

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

Get the complete Sorrenson report, with a museum-style coat of arms.