My old family names were like that, too, up until my great grandparents moved to the US from Norway. Oddly enough, the family name wasn't Norwegian at all. I've heard two different explanations: 1) When they entered the US, an immigration official didn't understand the last name and so gave them a new last name. 2) My great grandparents wanted to blend in better with the new country and so they took an American name. I have no idea which it was.
Thank you for the explanation. I have been looking into my Icelandic roots, and my great-grandfather didn't have the same name as a great aunt. Similar, though. Great grandfather ended in son and great aunt in dottir.
Such an amazing story, of your grandfather finding his father! You mentioned they were interviewed on TV; is there a recording of it available? If it is on youtube (or if you can post it there), I would love to watch it if you can provide the link.
I absolutely love your videos. My friend and I are coming at the end of September and driving around Iceland for 2 weeks. I will see if we can join you in Reykjavik for one of your wonderful walks. I've been working on our itinerary for a year so I need to go back and rewatch your "do not plan too much" videos. Just kidding. I will try to do/see/hike as much as possible. Keep up the great work.
I love that you guys kept that tradition.
My old family names were like that, too, up until my great grandparents moved to the US from Norway.
Oddly enough, the family name wasn't Norwegian at all. I've heard two different explanations:
1) When they entered the US, an immigration official didn't understand the last name and so gave them a new last name.
2) My great grandparents wanted to blend in better with the new country and so they took an American name.
I have no idea which it was.
Yes that Food Walk is awesome! Dagur was my guide and fabulous! Stay awesome Dagur!
Thank you for the explanation. I have been looking into my Icelandic roots, and my great-grandfather didn't have the same name as a great aunt. Similar, though. Great grandfather ended in son and great aunt in dottir.
Very informative and interesting, thank you!
The Food Walk is Great! Everyone should do it!!!
Such an amazing story, of your grandfather finding his father! You mentioned they were interviewed on TV; is there a recording of it available? If it is on youtube (or if you can post it there), I would love to watch it if you can provide the link.
I absolutely love your videos. My friend and I are coming at the end of September and driving around Iceland for 2 weeks. I will see if we can join you in Reykjavik for one of your wonderful walks. I've been working on our itinerary for a year so I need to go back and rewatch your "do not plan too much" videos. Just kidding. I will try to do/see/hike as much as possible. Keep up the great work.
Great story ! You have a hero in your family!
Icelanders were founded by Norwegian vikings but they also have genes from British/Irish and Danish in them too.
Really enjoyed this video. So so interesting
Glad you enjoyed it! ☺️
😂😂😂😂😂 sooo goood
What is Karl in your father's name