Skaugstad

Skaugstad is a Norwegian surname. It is a habitational name, derived from farm names in Norway containing the elements skaug meaning "small wood" or "grove" and stad meaning "place" or "farmstead". Therefore, Skaugstad signifies a place located near a small wood or grove. The name can be found in various parts of Norway where suitable geographical features exist. Individuals with the Skaugstad surname can be found both within Norway and in countries with significant Norwegian diaspora populations, such as the United States and Canada.