UK surname
An English habitational name referring to a person from a place with a brook running through it.
In the 1881 census there were 67 people recorded with the Allbrook surname, ranking it #24,104 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 74, ranked #33,441, down from #24,104 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Harborne, London parishes and Lofthouse. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Allbrook is 102 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 10.4%.
1881 census count
67
Ranked #24,104
Modern count
74
2016, ranked #33,441
Peak year
1901
102 bearers
Map years
1
1901 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Allbrook surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Allbrook surname density by area, 1901 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 43 | #25,518 |
| 1861 | historical | 64 | #25,747 |
| 1881 | historical | 67 | #24,104 |
| 1891 | historical | 84 | #26,229 |
| 1901 | historical | 102 | #22,596 |
| 1911 | historical | 87 | #24,147 |
| 1997 | modern | 67 | #30,915 |
| 1998 | modern | 64 | #31,562 |
| 1999 | modern | 69 | #31,223 |
| 2000 | modern | 72 | #30,977 |
| 2001 | modern | 67 | #31,297 |
| 2002 | modern | 65 | #31,903 |
| 2003 | modern | 68 | #31,689 |
| 2004 | modern | 66 | #32,079 |
| 2005 | modern | 67 | #32,196 |
| 2006 | modern | 62 | #33,043 |
| 2007 | modern | 61 | #33,440 |
| 2008 | modern | 66 | #33,217 |
| 2009 | modern | 69 | #33,257 |
| 2010 | modern | 71 | #33,401 |
| 2011 | modern | 73 | #33,230 |
| 2012 | modern | 68 | #33,763 |
| 2013 | modern | 74 | #33,483 |
| 2014 | modern | 73 | #33,587 |
| 2015 | modern | 75 | #33,425 |
| 2016 | modern | 74 | #33,441 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Harborne, London parishes, Lofthouse, Manchester and St John Hackney. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harborne | Worcestershire |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | Lofthouse | Yorkshire, North Riding |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | St John Hackney | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Allbrook surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Allbrook, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Allbrook surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Allbrook household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Allbrook is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Allbrook is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Allbrook, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Allbrook has its roots in England, with records dating back to the 13th century. The name is believed to be derived from a combination of the Old English words "ald" meaning old and "broc" meaning brook or stream, suggesting that the original bearers of the name lived near an old brook or stream.
One of the earliest documented mentions of the name Allbrook can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire from 1273, where a Robert de Aldebrook is listed. This record provides evidence that the name was already established in the region during the medieval period.
In the 14th century, variations of the spelling, such as Aldebroke, Aldbrok, and Aldebrok, can be found in various records, including the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex from 1327 and the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield from 1348.
The Allbrook surname also has connections to several place names in England. For instance, there is a village called Aldbrook in Wiltshire, and an area called Allbrook in Hampshire, both of which may have contributed to the development of the surname.
Notable individuals with the surname Allbrook include Sir Robert Allbrook (1589-1651), an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Southwark and was knighted in 1638. Another prominent figure was William Allbrook (1615-1688), an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Bradwell in Essex.
In the 18th century, John Allbrook (1730-1802) was a prominent English architect who designed several notable buildings, including the Guildhall in Bath. Another notable figure was Mary Allbrook (1795-1872), a British author and poet who wrote several works on religious themes.
Moving into the 19th century, we find Charles Allbrook (1818-1891), an English artist known for his landscape paintings, and Alfred Allbrook (1856-1932), a successful businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the city of Birmingham.
These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname Allbrook who have left their mark throughout history, showcasing the longevity and significance of this English name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Allbrook surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 33 Allbrooks recorded in 1881 and an index of 5.05x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 33 | 5.05x |
| Lancashire | 14 | 1.81x |
| Staffordshire | 7 | 3.17x |
| Worcestershire | 5 | 5.86x |
| Cheshire | 2 | 1.39x |
| Lincolnshire | 2 | 1.91x |
| Derbyshire | 1 | 0.98x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.78x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.31x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.61x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hackney London in Middlesex leads with 18 Allbrooks recorded in 1881 and an index of 49.13x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney London | 18 | 49.13x |
| Salford | 11 | 48.22x |
| Chelsea London | 10 | 50.79x |
| Harborne | 5 | 70.72x |
| Oldbury | 4 | 95.24x |
| Burslem | 2 | 31.65x |
| Chorlton On Medlock | 2 | 16.23x |
| Kensington London | 2 | 5.51x |
| Manthorpe Cum Little | 2 | 250.00x |
| Shoreditch London | 2 | 7.06x |
| Witton Cum Twambrooks | 2 | 156.25x |
| Bermondsey | 1 | 5.14x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 1.82x |
| Castle Gresley | 1 | 555.56x |
| Kings Norton | 1 | 13.07x |
| Radcliffe | 1 | 26.74x |
| Walthamstow | 1 | 21.55x |
| Westminster St James | 1 | 14.88x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Allbrook surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Allbrook surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Allbrook households.
FAQ
In 1881, 67 people were recorded with the Allbrook surname. That placed it at #24,104 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 74 in 2016. That gives Allbrook a modern rank of #33,441.
An English habitational name referring to a person from a place with a brook running through it.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Allbrook bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.