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

Frederiksen, 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 Frederiksen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Frederiksen in America

Frederiksen is the 17839th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Frederiksen surname appeared 1,568 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Frederiksen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Frederiksen 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 Frederiksen

The surname Frederiksen is of Danish origin, originating in the 12th century. It is a patronymic name, derived from the personal name Frederik, which is the Danish form of the German name Friedrich, meaning "peaceful ruler." The suffix "-sen" indicates "son of" in Danish.

The name can be traced back to the regions of Jutland and the Danish islands in the medieval period. Early records show variations in spelling, such as Frederiksson, Fredrichsen, and Fredrichssøn, reflecting the regional dialects and scribal practices of the time.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Frederiksen can be found in the Danish Census Book of 1647, where a man named Jens Frederiksen was listed as a resident of Copenhagen. This suggests that the name had already gained a foothold in the capital city by the mid-17th century.

In the 18th century, the name appeared in several historical documents, including the records of the Danish East India Company. Among the notable individuals bearing this surname was Hans Frederiksen (1727-1799), a Danish merchant and ship owner who played a significant role in the company's trade with India.

Another prominent figure was Peter Frederiksen (1811-1875), a Danish author and journalist who wrote extensively about the social and political conditions of his time. His works, such as the novel "En Landsby-Kræmmer" (A Village Grocer), provided valuable insights into the lives of ordinary Danes during the 19th century.

The name also gained recognition in the field of art. Johan Frederiksen (1852-1935) was a renowned Danish painter and illustrator, known for his depictions of rural landscapes and scenes from everyday life. His works are displayed in several museums across Denmark and abroad.

In the realm of science, the name is associated with Morten Frederiksen (1876-1942), a Danish botanist and plant ecologist. He made significant contributions to the study of plant communities and pioneered the use of statistical methods in ecological research.

Another noteworthy figure was Niels Frederiksen (1919-2004), a Danish sculptor and ceramist. His works, ranging from traditional pottery to abstract sculptures, garnered international acclaim and are featured in numerous public spaces and art collections worldwide.

While the surname Frederiksen has its roots in Denmark, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through migration and settlement in the 19th and 20th centuries. However, its historical origins and significance remain deeply embedded in Danish culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Frederiksen

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

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

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