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

Koreen, 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 Koreen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Koreen in America

Koreen is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Koreen surname appeared 106 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 Koreen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Koreen 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 Koreen

The surname Koreen originated in the Scandinavian region, particularly in Norway and Sweden, during the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old Norse word "korn," which means "grain" or "corn." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in agricultural activities or lived in areas known for grain production.

In the early 13th century, the name appeared in several historical records, including the Icelandic Sagas and the Norwegian Diplomas. One of the earliest recorded instances was Kolbjorn Koreen, a Norwegian farmer who lived in the village of Voss in the mid-1200s. His name was documented in the local church records.

As the name spread across Scandinavia, different spellings emerged, such as Korin, Koryn, and Koren. These variations reflected regional dialects and the influence of other languages, particularly German and Danish, in the areas where the name was prevalent.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname Koreen was Erik Koreen, a Swedish merchant and explorer who accompanied the Dutch explorer Willem Barents on his third voyage to the Arctic in 1596-1597. Erik Koreen's account of the expedition provided valuable insights into the harsh conditions and challenges faced by the crew.

In the 17th century, the name Koreen appeared in the records of the Swedish colony of New Sweden, which was established along the Delaware River in present-day Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Hans Koreen, born in 1635 in Gothenburg, Sweden, was one of the early Swedish settlers who arrived in the colony in 1654.

Another historical figure of note was Nils Koreen, a Norwegian sailor and whaler who was part of the crew on several voyages to the Arctic regions during the late 18th century. His logbooks and journals provided valuable insights into the whaling industry and the maritime activities of that era.

Toward the end of the 19th century, the surname Koreen gained recognition through the works of the Swedish author and playwright August Koreen (1850-1924). His plays and novels explored themes of social injustice and the struggles of the working class, reflecting the changing societal dynamics of that time.

Throughout history, the surname Koreen has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, merchants, explorers, sailors, and writers. While the name's origins can be traced back to the Scandinavian region, it has spread across the globe, reflecting the movements and migrations of people over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Koreen

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

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

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