There are
2087
Ecklunds in the USA
Ecklund is the
14338th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Ecklund

EricEklund

Eric Eklund is a Swedish dancer and choreographer known for his work in contemporary dance and ballet.

IngeEklund

Inge Eklund is a Swedish politician from the Moderate Party and the former Mayor of Umeå.

LarsEklund

Lars Eklund is a Swedish architect and urban planner known for his innovative and sustainable designs.

KarinEklund

Karin Eklund is a Swedish singer-songwriter and musician famous for her soulful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.

GöranEklund

Göran Eklund is a Swedish scientist and professor known for his groundbreaking research on climate change.

EvaEklund

Eva Eklund is a Swedish actress known for her versatile performances in both film and theater.

BengtEklund

Bengt Eklund is a Swedish journalist and television presenter, known for his insightful interviews and reporting.

AnnaEklund

Anna Eklund is a Swedish artist and painter known for her vibrant and abstract works.

AndersEklund

Anders Eklund is a Swedish serial killer known as 'The Knife Murderer,' convicted of multiple murders in the 1990s.

SvenEklund

Sven Eklund is a Swedish conductor and composer known for his interpretations of classical music and collaborations with renowned orchestras.

Ecklund Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Ecklund' is of Swedish origin, derived from the combination of the elements 'Eck' and 'lund.' 'Eck' is a variant of the name 'Erik,' which means 'ever ruler' or 'eternal ruler' in Old Norse, while 'lund' means 'grove' or 'copse' in Swedish. The name can be traced back to medieval times when it was used to refer to a person living near or in a grove owned by someone named Erik.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Ecklund' is primarily found in Sweden, particularly in the regions of Södermanland, Uppland, and Västmanland. It is less common in other countries, but there are some individuals with the surname 'Ecklund' in the United States and other parts of Scandinavia, due to migration and intermarriage.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Ecklund' include 'Ekklund', 'Eklind', and 'Ecklind'. These variations may have developed over time due to regional dialects and spelling variations.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Ecklund' has primarily remained within Sweden, with migration and immigration playing a lesser role in its distribution. However, there have been instances of individuals with the surname 'Ecklund' migrating to the United States and other countries, particularly during periods of economic and social changes in Sweden.