UK surname
A surname of French origin referring to someone who lived near a passageway or small street.
In the 1881 census there were 113 people recorded with the Allee surname, ranking it #18,412 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 37, ranked #35,582, down from #18,412 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Newbury, Upton with Chalvey and Newchurch. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Allee is 113 in 1881. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 67.3%.
1881 census count
113
Ranked #18,412
Modern count
37
2016, ranked #35,582
Peak year
1881
113 bearers
Map years
1
1881 to 1881
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Allee surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Allee surname density by area, 1881 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 | 71 | #20,875 |
| 1861 | historical | 27 | #30,543 |
| 1881 | historical | 113 | #18,412 |
| 1891 | historical | 89 | #25,542 |
| 1901 | historical | 88 | #24,270 |
| 1911 | historical | 87 | #24,147 |
| 1997 | modern | 40 | #33,666 |
| 1998 | modern | 41 | #33,747 |
| 1999 | modern | 40 | #33,967 |
| 2000 | modern | 41 | #33,889 |
| 2001 | modern | 40 | #33,842 |
| 2002 | modern | 43 | #33,871 |
| 2003 | modern | 43 | #33,951 |
| 2004 | modern | 43 | #34,149 |
| 2005 | modern | 39 | #34,652 |
| 2006 | modern | 39 | #34,932 |
| 2007 | modern | 44 | #34,760 |
| 2008 | modern | 42 | #34,994 |
| 2009 | modern | 44 | #35,028 |
| 2010 | modern | 48 | #34,946 |
| 2011 | modern | 43 | #35,228 |
| 2012 | modern | 36 | #35,595 |
| 2013 | modern | 37 | #35,582 |
| 2014 | modern | 38 | #35,547 |
| 2015 | modern | 38 | #35,526 |
| 2016 | modern | 37 | #35,582 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Newbury, Upton with Chalvey, Newchurch, London parishes and Southwick, Farlington, Wymering, Widley, Boarhunt. 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 | Newbury | Berkshire |
| 2 | Upton with Chalvey | Buckinghamshire |
| 3 | Newchurch | Hampshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 2 |
| 5 | Southwick, Farlington, Wymering, Widley, Boarhunt | Hampshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Allee 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 Allee, 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 Allee surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Allee 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, Allee 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 Allee is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Allee, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname ALLEE is of French origin, derived from the Old French word "alée" meaning a path or lane. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of France during the medieval period, particularly in areas such as Normandy and Brittany.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the ALLEE surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the region of Normandy. It is mentioned in several historical documents and records from that period, often referring to individuals who resided near or worked on paths or lanes.
In the 14th century, the ALLEE surname appeared in the Calendars of Inquisitions Post Mortem, which were official records of inheritance inquiries conducted in medieval England. This suggests that individuals bearing this surname may have migrated from France to England during that time.
During the 16th century, the ALLEE surname was also found in the records of the Huguenot refugees who fled religious persecution in France and settled in various parts of Europe and England. This further dispersed the name across different regions.
One notable individual with the ALLEE surname was Jean-Baptiste de la Quintinie (1626-1688), a French gardener and writer who served as the Director of the Royal Gardens under King Louis XIV. He is credited with introducing new techniques in horticulture and landscaping.
Another prominent figure was René-Michel Slodtz (1705-1764), a French sculptor and engraver who worked on various projects for the royal court of France during the Rococo period. His surname was originally spelled as "Allez" before being modified.
In the 19th century, Alfred-Ferdinand Hérold (1815-1865), a French composer and pianist, gained recognition for his operas and ballets. He was born with the surname ALLEE but later changed it to Hérold.
During the same period, Édouard-André Allee (1824-1898), a French painter and engraver, became known for his landscapes and portraits, particularly those depicting rural scenes and peasant life in France.
Another notable individual was Paul Allee (1857-1937), a French architect and urban planner who contributed to the design and development of several cities in France, including Paris and Marseille.
While the ALLEE surname originated in France, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and immigration patterns over the centuries. However, its roots can be traced back to the medieval era in northern France, where it was closely associated with paths, lanes, and the individuals who lived or worked near them.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Allee 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. Hampshire leads with 44 Allees recorded in 1881 and an index of 14.97x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hampshire | 44 | 14.97x |
| Essex | 34 | 12.01x |
| Royal Navy | 34 | 198.95x |
| Middlesex | 13 | 0.91x |
| Berkshire | 9 | 8.36x |
| Buckinghamshire | 7 | 8.08x |
| Surrey | 3 | 0.43x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.32x |
| Oxfordshire | 1 | 1.13x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.41x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. East Ham in Essex leads with 34 Allees recorded in 1881 and an index of 647.62x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| East Ham | 34 | 647.62x |
| Whitchurch | 24 | 2580.65x |
| St Nicholas | 10 | 5882.35x |
| Stoke Newington London | 9 | 80.57x |
| Upton Cum Chalvey | 7 | 202.90x |
| Boxford | 6 | 2142.86x |
| Chertsey | 3 | 66.52x |
| Portsea | 3 | 5.21x |
| St George In East London | 3 | 22.24x |
| Thatcham | 3 | 180.72x |
| Wymering | 3 | 625.00x |
| Widley | 2 | 384.62x |
| Acton | 1 | 11.89x |
| Birkenhead | 1 | 3.96x |
| Lymington | 1 | 46.30x |
| Oxford St Giles | 1 | 23.70x |
| St Thomas Winchester | 1 | 48.08x |
| Westbourne | 1 | 83.33x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Allee 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 Allee surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| William | 7 |
| Edward | 4 |
| John | 4 |
| Charles | 3 |
| Ameer | 2 |
| Ernest | 2 |
| Frank | 2 |
| Frederick | 2 |
| George | 2 |
| Suffer | 2 |
| Thomas | 2 |
| Abbass | 1 |
| Ahmed | 1 |
| Alfred | 1 |
| Arthur | 1 |
| Ashruff | 1 |
| Asunit | 1 |
| Aueser | 1 |
| Chand | 1 |
| Coriem | 1 |
| Eusuph | 1 |
| Geamut | 1 |
| Golain | 1 |
| Hamed | 1 |
| Hazeer | 1 |
| Herbert | 1 |
| Hyder | 1 |
| Icemid | 1 |
| James | 1 |
| Mohab | 1 |
| Mosson | 1 |
| Noor | 1 |
| Nusser | 1 |
| Omed | 1 |
| Osinun | 1 |
| Ouer | 1 |
| Ouiet | 1 |
| Rahoman | 1 |
| Richard | 1 |
| Robert | 1 |
| Rowland | 1 |
| Rujub | 1 |
| Runijaun | 1 |
| Some | 1 |
| Suinmod | 1 |
| Tophird | 1 |
| W. | 1 |
| Walter | 1 |
| Wuzeer | 1 |
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 Allee households.
FAQ
In 1881, 113 people were recorded with the Allee surname. That placed it at #18,412 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 37 in 2016. That gives Allee a modern rank of #35,582.
A surname of French origin referring to someone who lived near a passageway or small street.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Allee 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.