Engman is a surname of Swedish origin, derived from a combination of the Swedish word äng (from Old Norse eng) meaning "meadow" and man (from Old Norse maðr) meaning "person, man". This makes it a topographic surname for someone who lived in or near a meadow. Notable Bearers Several individuals with the surname Engman have achieved prominence in various fields: Adelina Engman (born 1994), Finnish footballer who plays as a winger for Kristianstads DFF and the Finland women's national team. Andy Engman (1911–2004), Swedish/Finnish animator known for several promotional and educational films. Harald Engman (1903–1968), Danish painter whose work often featured landscapes and portraits. Helena Engman (born 1976), Swedish shot putter who competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics. Mats Engman (born 1954), Swedish Air Force major general who served as head of the Swedish Security Service. Max Engman (born 1945), Finnish historian and translator specializing in Finland's relations with Russia, professor at Åbo Akademi University. Peter Engman (born 1963), Swedish actor known for roles in Swedish film and television. Robert Engman (born 1927), American sculptor whose works are held by major museums including the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Distribution As a Swedish surname, Engman is most common in Sweden and among Swedish-speaking Finns in Finland. It belongs to the common Nordic pattern of surnames formed from nature elements plus -man. Meaning: Meadow man (topographic) Origin: Swedish Type: Surname Usage regions: Sweden, Finland