Bulgarian Americans facts for kids
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 95,588 2010 US Census 250,000 + more 30,000 students General assessments of Bulgarian diplomatic representations in the US (2010) |
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| Regions with significant populations | |
| California, with smaller communities in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Georgia,Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Michigan | |
| Languages | |
| Bulgarian, American English | |
| Religion | |
| Predominantly Orthodox Christianity (Bulgarian Orthodox Church) Minority Atheism, other Christian groups, Islam (mainly Pomaks), & Judaism |
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| Related ethnic groups | |
| Bulgarians, Bulgarian Canadians, Bulgarians in South America, Macedonian Americans |
Bulgarian Americans are people living in the United States who have Bulgarian family roots. This means their ancestors, or they themselves, came from Bulgaria.
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Who Are Bulgarian Americans?
Bulgarian Americans are a group of people in the United States who share a connection to Bulgaria. They might have been born in Bulgaria and moved to the U.S., or their parents, grandparents, or even earlier family members came from Bulgaria. This community helps keep Bulgarian culture, traditions, and language alive in America.
Where Do Bulgarian Americans Live?
Many Bulgarian Americans live in California. However, you can also find smaller groups in other states like Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Michigan. These communities often gather in specific areas, sometimes forming neighborhoods where they can share their heritage.
What Languages Do They Speak?
Bulgarian Americans often speak two languages. They speak Bulgarian, which is their native language or the language of their ancestors. They also speak American English, which is the main language of the United States. Speaking both languages helps them connect with their heritage and also participate fully in American life.
What Are Their Main Beliefs?
Most Bulgarian Americans follow Orthodox Christianity, especially through the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. This is a big part of their cultural identity and traditions. While most are Orthodox Christians, some Bulgarian Americans might have other beliefs, including Atheism, other Christian groups, Islam (especially people called Pomaks), or Judaism.
Images for kids
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A Bulgarian church (Saint Climent of Ohrid) in Los Angeles, California
