Meaning & History
Waltersson, a Swedish surname, is a variant of Walterson, meaning "son of Walter." The given name Walter itself originates from the Germanic Waltheri, composed of the elements walt (power, authority) and heri (army), giving it the meaning of "power of the army."
In Sweden, surnames ending with "-son" became widespread in the 19th and early 20th centuries, often reflecting patronymic origins. Waltersson likely emerged as a variant spelling of Walterson, which is more common in English-speaking countries. The Swedish form maintains the same meaning but with a doubled "s" typical of some Scandinavian naming conventions.
Related Names
Sources: Forebears — waltersson