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

Berglin, 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 Berglin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Berglin in America

Berglin is the 63873rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Berglin surname appeared 312 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 Berglin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Berglin 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 Berglin

The surname Berglin has its origins in Sweden, dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Swedish word "berg," meaning "mountain" or "hill," and the suffix "-lin," which indicates a diminutive form. This suggests that the name initially referred to someone who lived near a small hill or mountain.

In the 17th century, the name appears in several Swedish church records, such as the Älvdalen parish records from the 1670s. These early records often feature variations in spelling, including Berglin, Bergelin, and Berglinn.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Berglin surname can be found in the Älvdalen district of Dalarna, where a man named Lars Berglin was born in 1682. This region, known for its rugged terrain and mining activities, likely influenced the name's association with mountains or hills.

Another notable figure bearing the Berglin surname was Johan Berglin, a Swedish soldier and explorer who was part of the Swedish Expedition to Spitsbergen in 1861. He played a crucial role in mapping the archipelago and contributing to scientific research in the area.

In the late 19th century, the name Berglin gained prominence in the literary world with the birth of author and playwright Anna Berglin (1854-1920). Her works, which often explored themes of gender roles and societal conventions, were influential during the early feminist movement in Sweden.

Another individual of note was Axel Berglin (1875-1949), a Swedish architect who designed several notable buildings in Stockholm, including the Östermalm Food Hall and the Royal Dramatic Theatre.

During the 20th century, the name Berglin continued to appear in various contexts. One such example is Nils Berglin (1901-1980), a Swedish botanist and conservationist who played a significant role in establishing nature reserves and promoting environmental protection in Sweden.

While the Berglin surname has its roots in Sweden, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins can be traced back to the mountainous regions of Sweden, where the name likely originated as a descriptor for those living near small hills or mountains.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Berglin

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

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

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