Explore the Family Name Nordlund
The meaning of Nordlund
Swedish: ornamental name composed of the elements nord ‘north’ + lund ‘grove’.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Nordlund in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Nordlund has seen a rise in popularity over the years. In 2000, it ranked 27,721, but by 2010, it had climbed to 25,202, marking a 9.09% increase. The number of individuals with this surname also saw a considerable boost; in 2000, there were 817 people named Nordlund, and by 2010, that count had risen by 20.32% to 983. This growth is mirrored in the proportions, as for every 100,000 people, the presence of the Nordlund surname increased from 0.3 in 2000 to 0.33 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,721 | #25,202 | 9.09% |
| Count | 817 | 983 | 20.32% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.3 | 0.33 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Nordlund
When considering the ethnic identity associated with the Nordlund surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some changes between 2000 and 2010. The overwhelming majority of individuals with the Nordlund name identify as white, although this group did see a slight decrease from 95.72% in 2000 to 93.69% in 2010. In contrast, those identifying as two or more races saw significant growth, increasing by 66.36% from 1.10% in 2000 to 1.83% in 2010. The Hispanic proportion experienced a small decline, from 2.69% to 2.54%. Interestingly, the American Indian and Alaskan Native category appeared in 2010 with a value of 1.12%, while the Asian/Pacific Islander and Black categories remained at 0 throughout both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.72% | 93.69% | -2.12% |
| Hispanic | 2.69% | 2.54% | -5.58% |
| Two or More Races | 1.1% | 1.83% | 66.36% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 1.12% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |