Find out how popular the last name Arn is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Arn.

Arn, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Arn surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Arn in America

Arn is the 29403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Arn surname appeared 804 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Arn.

We can also compare 2010 data for Arn to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Arn

The surname ARN originated in Sweden and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Old Norse word "arni," which means "eagle." The name was likely given to someone who lived near an eagle's nest or had a resemblance to the bird.

The earliest recorded instance of the name ARN can be found in the Västgötalagen, a medieval provincial law code from the 13th century. The document mentions an individual named Arn Siggasson, who was involved in a land dispute.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Arn Magnusson (1300-1368) was a Swedish statesman and landowner. He played a significant role in the political affairs of the time and was known for his involvement in the formation of the Kalmar Union, which united the Scandinavian kingdoms.

Another historical figure with the surname ARN was Arn Bjornsson (1420-1492), a Swedish cleric and bishop of Uppsala. He was an influential figure in the Church and is remembered for his contributions to the education system and the promotion of literacy.

During the 16th century, the name ARN was associated with the town of Arnebo in Värmland, Sweden. The town's name is derived from the Old Norse word "arni," suggesting a connection to the surname's origins.

In the 17th century, a notable individual named Arn Svensson (1620-1698) was a Swedish explorer and cartographer. He is known for his detailed maps of the Arctic regions and his contributions to the understanding of the northern territories.

Throughout history, the surname ARN has been associated with various place names and locations in Sweden, such as Arnö, Arnäs, and Arnöldsvik, further reinforcing its connection to the Old Norse word "arni."

These are just a few examples of individuals and historical references related to the surname ARN. While the name may have evolved over time, its origins can be traced back to the medieval period in Sweden, where it was likely associated with the imagery of the eagle and its natural habitats.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Arn

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Arn.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Arn was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Arn has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Arn was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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