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

Odland, 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 Odland surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Odland in America

Odland is the 40610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Odland surname appeared 538 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 Odland.

We can also compare 2010 data for Odland 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 Odland

The surname Odland is of Norwegian origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century in the western coastal regions of Norway. It is a toponymic name derived from the Old Norse words "oddr," meaning a point or headland, and "land," referring to land or territory. This combination suggests that the name may have initially been given to individuals residing near a prominent headland or promontory.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Norwegian census records from the late 1500s, where it is spelled as "Oddland." This variation in spelling was common during that era, as standardized spelling conventions were yet to be established. Over time, the name evolved into its current form, Odland.

In the 17th century, the Odland name is found in various church records and land registries from the Norwegian provinces of Hordaland and Rogaland. These records provide glimpses into the lives of Odland families who were primarily engaged in fishing, farming, and other coastal activities.

The name gained prominence in the 18th century when Hans Odland (1702-1778), a prominent merchant and shipowner from Stavanger, became one of the wealthiest individuals in the region. His successful trading ventures and entrepreneurial endeavors contributed to the family's prosperity and influence.

Another notable figure bearing the Odland surname was Nils Odland (1818-1892), a Norwegian-American immigrant who settled in Wisconsin, USA. He played a significant role in establishing the Norwegian Lutheran Church in America and was instrumental in preserving Norwegian cultural traditions among the immigrant community.

In more recent times, the name Odland has been associated with several notable individuals, including Sigrid Odland (1907-1982), a Norwegian writer and journalist renowned for her children's books and contributions to Norwegian literature. Additionally, Stian Odland (born 1975) is a contemporary Norwegian footballer who played for several top-tier clubs in Norway and abroad.

While the Odland surname is predominantly found in Norway and among Norwegian diaspora communities, it has also spread to other parts of the world through immigration and cultural exchange. However, its roots remain firmly embedded in the rugged coastal landscapes and maritime traditions of western Norway, where the name originated centuries ago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Odland

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

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

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