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

Av, 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 Av surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Av in America

Av is the 77522nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Av surname appeared 247 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 Av.

We can also compare 2010 data for Av 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 Av

The surname "Av" is believed to have its origins in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden and Norway. The name is derived from the Old Norse word "af," which means "from" or "off." It is thought to have been used as a locational surname, indicating someone who came from a particular place or region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Swedish parish records from the 16th century, where it was spelled "Af." Over time, the spelling evolved to its current form, "Av." It is worth noting that in some instances, the name may have been written as "Aff" or "Aue" in older documents.

In Norway, the surname "Av" has its roots in the western regions of the country, particularly in areas such as Rogaland and Hordaland. The name was often associated with farms or settlements, and it was not uncommon for individuals to take on the name of the place they originated from.

One notable historical figure with the surname "Av" was Hans Av Brekke (1548-1612), a Norwegian farmer and landowner from the Brekke farm in Rogaland. He played a significant role in the local community and was known for his involvement in agricultural affairs.

Another individual of note was Ingrid Av Smøråker (1677-1743), a Swedish woman from the village of Smøråker in Västernorrland County. She gained recognition for her efforts in preserving traditional weaving techniques and textile arts.

In the 19th century, Carl Av Linné (1807-1878), a Swedish botanist and naturalist, made significant contributions to the field of plant taxonomy. He was a descendant of the renowned scientist Carl Linnaeus and carried on the family's legacy in the study of natural sciences.

Johan Av Björnstjerna (1832-1901), a Swedish military officer and diplomat, served as the Swedish ambassador to several countries, including France and Russia. He played a crucial role in diplomatic relations during his time.

Lastly, Astrid Av Frisch (1888-1972), a Norwegian author and educator, gained recognition for her children's literature and her work in promoting literacy and education in Norway.

These are just a few examples of individuals who bore the surname "Av" throughout history, highlighting its presence in various fields and regions within Scandinavia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Av

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

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 Av 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 Av 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 Av was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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