Lofgren
Swedish surname derived from the words "lof" meaning "leaf" and "gren" meaning "branch," likely referring to a person's dwelling place.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 3,599 Americans carry the last name Lofgren. That puts it at #10,369 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 1.05 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 95,236 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lofgren surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, 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.
Bearers in the US
3.6K
1 in 95,236
Census rank
#10,369
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
1.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
3.1K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 3,109 bearers of the surname Lofgren in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 1.05 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 10369th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lofgren, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.3%) and Two or More Races (1.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lofgren
The surname Lofgren has its origins in Sweden, dating back to the 16th century. It is a topographic name, derived from the Old Swedish words "lof" meaning "leafy" and "gren" meaning "branch," suggesting a connection to a place with lush vegetation or a wooded area.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in Swedish parish registers from the late 16th and early 17th centuries. One notable entry is the baptism record of Sven Lofgren in Västra Husby parish, Östergötland, in 1620.
The name Lofgren has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest was Nils Lofgren, a Swedish military officer and landowner who lived in the late 17th century. He served as a captain in the Swedish army during the Great Northern War (1700-1721).
In the 19th century, Johan Lofgren (1823-1892) was a Swedish botanist and explorer who conducted extensive research on the flora of Australia and New Zealand. He made significant contributions to the study of plant life in those regions.
Another prominent figure with this surname was Nils Lofgren (1912-1986), a Swedish-American engineer and inventor. He held numerous patents and was instrumental in the development of various technologies, including the modern-day zipper.
Ingrid Lofgren (1924-2008) was a Swedish actress who gained recognition for her performances in several Swedish films and television series throughout the 20th century.
More recently, Nils Lofgren (born 1951) is an American rock musician, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He has had a successful career as a solo artist and has been a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band since 1984.
Although the name Lofgren has its roots in Sweden, it has spread across various parts of the world, particularly through migration and intermarriage. However, the historical records and notable individuals mentioned above highlight the Swedish origin and significance of this surname.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lofgren
Among Census respondents with the surname Lofgren, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.3%) and Two or More Races (1.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Lofgren 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.
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 Lofgren surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.8%
- Hispanic or Latino2.3%
- Two or more races1.6%
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.0%
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.7%
- Black or African American0.6%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lofgren surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #10,369 | #10,369 | 0.0% |
| Count | 3,109 | 3,109 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 1.05 | 1.05 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Lofgren bearers went from 3,109 to 3,109 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #10,369 to #10,369.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Lofgren
FAQ
Lofgren surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lofgren?
The surname Lofgren holds position #10,369 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 3,599 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 1.05 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lofgren surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lofgren, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.3%) and Two or More Races (1.6%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.