Munthe

Munthe is a Swedish surname. It is also less commonly used as a given name.

Origin and Meaning: The surname Munthe is believed to derive from the Swedish word "munt" meaning mouth, or possibly a location where a river empties out (a river mouth). Variations in spelling include Munthe af Morgenstierne.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Axel Munthe (1857-1949): A Swedish physician and psychiatrist, best known as the author of The Story of San Michele.
• Gerhard Munthe (1849-1929): A Norwegian painter and illustrator.
• Henrik Munthe (1860-1958): A Swedish geologist.

Distribution: The surname is most commonly found in Sweden and Norway, with smaller populations in other countries.