There are
744
Ekstrands in the USA
Ekstrand is the
31184th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Ekstrand

BjörnEkstrand

Björn Ekstrand is a Swedish actor known for his roles in films like 'A Man Called Ove' and 'The Square.'

KarlEkstrand

Karl Ekstrand was a Swedish engineer and inventor known for his contributions to the development of telecommunications technology.

GretaEkstrand

Greta Ekstrand is a Swedish artist known for her abstract paintings and sculptures.

JohanEkstrand

Johan Ekstrand is a Swedish football player who has played for several clubs in the Allsvenskan league.

EvaEkstrand

Eva Ekstrand is a Swedish politician who has served in various roles in local and national government.

JanEkstrand

Jan Ekstrand is a Swedish professor and researcher known for his work in the field of sports medicine and injury prevention.

IngridEkstrand

Ingrid Ekstrand is a Swedish writer and poet known for her works exploring themes of identity and belonging.

PeterEkstrand

Peter Ekstrand is a Swedish entrepreneur and business executive who has founded and led several successful companies.

LarsEkstrand

Lars Ekstrand is a Swedish musician and composer known for his work in the jazz and classical music genres.

AnnaEkstrand

Anna Ekstrand is a Swedish journalist and television presenter who has worked for several major media outlets.

Ekstrand Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Ekstrand' is of Swedish origin. It is derived from the combination of the Swedish words 'ek', meaning 'oak', and 'strand', meaning 'shore' or 'beach'. The name likely originated as a locational or topographic surname for someone who lived near an oak tree or an oak-lined shore.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Ekstrand' is primarily found in Sweden, which is to be expected given its Swedish origins. However, there are also individuals with the surname scattered in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with Swedish diaspora such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Ekstrand' include 'Eckstrand' and 'Eckström'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Ekstrand' have primarily occurred within the context of Swedish emigration to other countries. Swedes, including those with the surname 'Ekstrand', have immigrated to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia for various reasons including economic opportunities and the search for a better life.