2000
#146,011
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Ekland
A Swedish surname derived from the Old Norse word "eikland" meaning "oak land" or "land of oaks."
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Ekland. That puts it at #154,907 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Ekland surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Ekland appeared in the 2010 Census surname file but was not included in the published 2020 file. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames with at least 100 recorded bearers, so this usually means the name fell below that threshold.
Bearers in the US
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#154,907
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
105
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 105 bearers of the surname Ekland in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 154907th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Ekland, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.3%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Ekland
The surname EKLAND is of Swedish origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Småland, located in southern Sweden. The name is thought to be derived from the Old Norse word "eik," meaning "oak," and "land," meaning "land" or "territory." This suggests that the name was likely given to individuals who lived or owned land near an oak forest or grove.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the EKLAND surname can be found in the parish records of Eksjö, a town in Småland, dating back to the late 1500s. These records document the presence of individuals bearing the name EKLAND, indicating its widespread use in the region during that time period.
In the 17th century, several individuals with the EKLAND surname were documented in various Swedish historical records. Notable among them was Johan EKLAND, a merchant who lived in Stockholm from 1625 to 1689. His business dealings and activities were recorded in the city's archives, providing insight into the daily life and trade practices of the time.
During the 18th century, the EKLAND name gained recognition through the works of Carl Gustaf EKLAND, a Swedish botanist and professor at Uppsala University. Born in 1730 and passing away in 1802, EKLAND made significant contributions to the study of plant life and authored several influential publications in the field of botany.
In the 19th century, the EKLAND name was further associated with the arts and culture. Carl Anton EKLAND, a Swedish painter and illustrator born in 1831, gained recognition for his depictions of Swedish landscapes and rural life. His works are preserved in various art museums and collections throughout Sweden.
Another notable figure with the EKLAND surname was Anna EKLAND, a Swedish actress born in 1950. She gained international fame for her roles in several popular films, including "The Man with the Golden Gun" and "Sextette." Her striking beauty and talent as an actress made her a celebrated figure in the entertainment industry.
While the EKLAND surname originated in Sweden, it has since spread to other parts of the world through immigration and migration. However, its roots and historical significance remain deeply tied to its Swedish heritage and the rich cultural tapestry of the Scandinavian region.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Ekland
Among Census respondents with the surname Ekland, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.3%.
The bar chart below shows how Ekland bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Ekland surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.3%
- Unknown or suppressed6.7%
Timeline
Historical Census data for Ekland
Ekland appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#154,907
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 105
+1 bearers (+1.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 8,896 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #146,011 | 104 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #154,907 | 105 | 0.04 | +1 bearers (+1.0%) | Down 8,896 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Ekland surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20002010
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #146,011 | #154,907 | -6.1% |
| Count | 104 | 105 | 1.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Ekland bearers went from 104 to 105 (+1.0% change). The surname moved down 8,896 positions in the national ranking, going from #146,011 to #154,907.
FAQ
Ekland surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Ekland?
Name Census estimates that about 137 living Americans carry the surname Ekland. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,501,856 residents.
How common is Ekland?
Ekland ranks #154,907 in the 2010 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2010 Census file counted 105 people with the surname Ekland. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (137), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Ekland.
Has Ekland become more or less common over time?
Between 2000 and 2010, the surname Ekland went from 104 recorded bearers to 105. That is an increase of 1 (+1.0%). In the national ranking it fell from #146,011 to #154,907.
What does the Census say about the background of Ekland?
Among Census respondents with the surname Ekland, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.3%. These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Ekland in the 2010 Census, accounting for 93.3%.
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Ekland appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2010 file are White (93.3%).
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Not necessarily. Ekland appears here with 2010 Census data, while the latest surname file loaded on Name Census is 2020. When a surname drops below the Census publication threshold, older rows can still be kept for historical reference even if the name no longer appears in the newest file.
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Ekland mean?
A Swedish surname derived from the Old Norse word "eikland" meaning "oak land" or "land of oaks." The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Ekland (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Ekland?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people are called Ekland at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.