Karlsson
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Karlsson is a Scandinavian surname meaning "son of Karl". It is one of the most common surnames in Sweden and has a number of alternative spellings. Apart from Karlsson, Carlsson is the most common spelling. The spellings Karlson or Carlson also exist, but are quite uncommon. Some more colourful but rare spellings like Carlzon and Qarlsson also exist.
Some people named Karlsson:
- Andreas Karlsson, Swedish journalist
- Arvid Carlsson, Swedish scientist
- Herbert Karlsson, Swedish footballer
- Ingvar Carlsson, Swedish politician
- Jan O. Karlsson, Swedish politician
- Petter Karlsson, heavy metal musician
- Robert Karlsson, Swedish golfer
- Runar Karlsson, Åland politician
- Thomas Karlsson, Swedish heavy metal musician and book writer