Tessem is a

Norwegian surname Heritable family names were generally adopted rather late within Scandinavia. Nobility were the first to take names that would be passed on from one generation to the next. Later, clergy, artisans and merchants in cities took heritable names. Fa ...

. Notable people with the surname include: *

Jo Tessem Jo Tessem (born 28 February 1972) is a former Norwegian professional footballer who played as a midfielder. Tessem was known for his versatility as a player, being able to play anywhere on the pitch. Playing career Norway Tessem hails from Breks ...

(born 1972), Norwegian footballer * Peter Tessem, Norwegian carpenter and member of Roald Amundsen's 1918 Arctic expedition

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