Gíslason

Gíslason is an Icelandic surname. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is derived from a male ancestor's given name. In this case, Gíslason signifies "son of Gísli". Gísli is a common Icelandic given name. As Icelanders traditionally use patronymic surnames, the surname changes from generation to generation. Therefore, two siblings with different fathers would also have different surnames. The surname Gíslason is relatively common in Iceland. Individuals with this surname can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to Icelandic society and beyond.