Meaning & Origin:
Másson is an Icelandic surname meaning “son of Más.” In Icelandic tradition, “son” denotes “son,” and “Más” is a given name meaning “seagull” or derived from Old Norse Már.

History & Notable People:
Icelandic surnames are patronymic rather than hereditary, and Másson would be used for the son of someone named Más. It reflects the Icelandic cultural emphasis on family lineage. Notable individuals with this surname are rare outside Iceland.