Österberg

Österberg is a Swedish surname. It is a relatively common surname in Sweden and other Scandinavian countries, and among people of Swedish descent in other parts of the world. The name is composed of two elements: "öster" meaning "eastern" and "berg" meaning "mountain" or "hill". Therefore, the name roughly translates to "eastern mountain" or "eastern hill".

As a surname, it likely originated as a locational name, referring to someone who lived near a hill or mountain located to the east of a particular village, farm, or other geographic landmark.

Individuals with the surname Österberg may be found in various fields, including academia, business, arts, and sports. Without further context, "Österberg" primarily identifies a surname of Swedish origin with a meaning relating to an eastern mountain or hill.