Explore the Family Name Bjurstrom
The meaning of Bjurstrom
Swedish (Bjurström): ornamental or topographic name from bjur ‘beaver’ + ström ‘river’.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Bjurstrom in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Bjurstrom has seen a notable increase between 2000 and 2010. The ranking of the surname rose from 78,549 in 2000 to 74,375 in 2010, a change of 5.31%. In terms of actual count, there were 226 individuals with this surname in 2000, which increased to 260 by 2010, showing a significant growth rate of 15.04%. The proportion per 100,000 people also increased from 0.08 to 0.09 during the same time period, marking a 12.5% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,549 | #74,375 | 5.31% |
| Count | 226 | 260 | 15.04% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.09 | 12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Bjurstrom
In regards to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reflects some shifts between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, 98.23% of the individuals with the surname Bjurstrom were identified as White, decreasing to 93.08% by 2010. This shows a -5.24% change over the decade. No individuals were identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. However, by 2010, 2.69% identified as Hispanic, and 3.46% selected two or more races, marking new categories not present in 2000. These statistics underline the increasing diversity among those carrying the Bjurstrom surname.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.23% | 93.08% | -5.24% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 3.46% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.69% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |