Elverum (surname)

Elverum is a Norwegian surname. It is a habitational name derived from the town of Elverum in Innlandet county, Norway. The name of the town likely comes from the Old Norse elements "elfr," meaning river, and "heim," meaning home or farm. Therefore, Elverum can be interpreted as "home by the river" or "river settlement."

As a surname, Elverum is relatively common in Norway. Outside of Norway, it may be found in countries with significant Norwegian diaspora populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

People with the surname Elverum may have ancestral roots in the Elverum area of Norway, although this is not always the case, as surnames could be adopted for various reasons. Genealogical research is typically required to trace a specific family's history.