What is the origin of the last name Michaelsen?

The last name Michaelsen is of Danish, Norwegian, or German origin. It is a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Michael." The name Michael is of Hebrew origin and means "Who is like God?" This last name likely originated as a way to identify the descendants or relatives of someone named Michael.

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