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

Distad, 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 Distad surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Distad in America

Distad is the 56073rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Distad surname appeared 365 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 Distad.

We can also compare 2010 data for Distad 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 Distad

The surname DISTAD is of Norwegian origin, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old Norse words "distr," meaning a valley or small plain, and "stadr," signifying a place or location. This suggests that the name may have originated from a specific geographic region or settlement characterized by a distinct valley or plain.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the DISTAD surname can be found in the Diplomatarium Norvegicum, a collection of medieval Norwegian diplomas and charters dating back to the 13th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Distadr and Distadhr, reflecting the linguistic evolution over time.

The DISTAD name is closely linked to several historical figures and notable individuals throughout Norwegian history. One such figure was Bjørn Distad (1510-1579), a prominent Norwegian landowner and farmer from the region of Numedal. He was renowned for his agricultural practices and played a significant role in the local community during the 16th century.

Another notable bearer of the DISTAD name was Ingrid Distad (1670-1745), a respected midwife and healer from the town of Trondheim. Her expertise in traditional medicine and childbirth practices earned her widespread recognition, and she became a revered figure in her community.

In the 19th century, the DISTAD name gained further prominence with the birth of Nils Distad (1820-1895), a celebrated poet and writer. His works, which often explored themes of rural life and Norwegian folklore, helped to preserve and celebrate the country's cultural heritage.

The historical records also mention Knut Distad (1875-1942), a prominent businessman and industrialist from Oslo. He played a significant role in the development of Norway's manufacturing sector and was instrumental in establishing several successful companies during the early 20th century.

Another notable figure bearing the DISTAD surname was Ingrid Distad (1905-1988), a pioneering female engineer and educator. She broke through gender barriers and made significant contributions to the field of civil engineering, inspiring generations of women to pursue careers in science and technology.

While these are just a few examples, the DISTAD surname has a rich history deeply intertwined with Norway's cultural, literary, and industrial heritage, spanning several centuries and encompassing individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Distad

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

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

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