Ringvold

Ringvold is a surname of Norwegian origin. It is primarily found in Norway and among Norwegian diaspora communities. The name is believed to be derived from a combination of two elements: "Ring," which likely refers to a circular shape, potentially a ring-shaped field or location, and "vold," meaning field, pasture, or cultivated land. Therefore, "Ringvold" potentially describes a field or cultivated area distinguished by a circular feature.

The name likely originated as a farm name, and individuals adopting surnames would have chosen it to denote their connection to that specific farm or geographic location. As with many Scandinavian surnames, Ringvold became heritable and passed down through generations.

Variations in spelling are relatively uncommon, although slight alterations like "Ringvoll" may occur due to regional dialectal differences or transcription errors over time. Genealogical research is often necessary to trace the specific origins and history of a Ringvold family line.