Røgeberg

Røgeberg is a Norwegian surname. Surnames in Norway, like many European countries, often have origins tied to geography, occupations, or personal names. "Røgeberg" likely derives from a farm name, combining the elements "røge" and "berg."

"Berg" is a common element in Norwegian place names and surnames, meaning "mountain" or "rock." The element "røge" is less clear but could potentially refer to a cleared area ("rydning"), a type of plant ("rug," meaning rye), or some other descriptive feature of the land.

Therefore, "Røgeberg" likely originally identified someone from, or associated with, a farm or settlement located on or near a rocky area or mountain that was previously cleared, cultivated with rye, or possessed some other defining characteristic represented by "røge."

The surname is relatively uncommon, and those bearing it can likely trace their ancestry to a specific region or farm in Norway. Genealogical resources and historical records may provide more precise information about the origins of a particular family with the surname Røgeberg.