Explore the Family Name Nordgren
The meaning of Nordgren
Swedish: ornamental name composed of the elements nord ‘north’ + gren ‘branch’. Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Erik, Berger, Ludvig, Nels, Sigfrid.
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How common is the last name Nordgren in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Nordgren saw a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked as the 25,673rd most popular in the United States, but by 2010 it had dropped to the 26,086th spot. This represents a decline of 1.61%. Despite the drop in rank, the actual count of individuals with the Nordgren surname rose from 902 in 2000 to 939 in 2010, indicating a growth of 4.1%. The proportion per 100k also decreased slightly, from 0.33 to 0.32, representing a decrease of 3.03%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #25,673 | #26,086 | -1.61% |
| Count | 902 | 939 | 4.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.33 | 0.32 | -3.03% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Nordgren
The ethnic identity associated with the Nordgren surname has seen some changes over the course of the decade. According to data from the Decennial U.S. Census, in 2000, the majority of those with the Nordgren surname identified as White, at 97.34%. By 2010, this percentage had dropped slightly to 94.99%, a change of -2.41%. Meanwhile, the percentage of Nordgrens identifying as Hispanic saw an increase from 1.22% to 2.02%, a significant relative rise of 65.57%. There was also a marked increase in those identifying with two or more ethnicities, jumping from 0.67% to 2.13%, a whopping increase of 217.91%. The percentages for Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained stable, with no individuals recorded under these categories in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.34% | 94.99% | -2.41% |
| Two or More Races | 0.67% | 2.13% | 217.91% |
| Hispanic | 1.22% | 2.02% | 65.57% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.67% | 0% | 0% |