Explore the Family Name Fahlstrom
The meaning of Fahlstrom
Swedish (Fahlström): ornamental-habitational name formed with the placename element fal- ‘plain, flat land’ + ström ‘river’. Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Erland, Mats, Per. German Viktor.
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How common is the last name Fahlstrom in the United States?
The surname Fahlstrom, according to data collected from the decennial U.S. Census, has seen a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 85,297th most common surname, but by 2010, it had slipped to the 95,115th rank, indicating an 11.51% decline in its standing. The actual count of individuals with this surname also decreased from 204 in 2000 to 192 in 2010, marking a drop of 5.88%. Similarly, the proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 12.5% over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #85,297 | #95,115 | -11.51% |
| Count | 204 | 192 | -5.88% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Fahlstrom
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the Fahlstrom name, the decennial U.S. Census data indicates that it is predominantly linked with individuals who identify as White. This group increased marginally from 92.65% in 2000 to 93.75% in 2010. Another demographic associated with the Fahlstrom surname is those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native. This group saw a growth of 6.46% over the decade, making up 3.13% of all Fahlstroms in 2010. Meanwhile, no Fahlstroms identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or of two or more races in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.65% | 93.75% | 1.19% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.94% | 3.13% | 6.46% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |