UK surname
A German surname meaning "all" or "everything".
In the 1881 census there were 9 people recorded with the Alles surname, ranking it #32,416 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 53, ranked #34,727, down from #32,416 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Kinross, Govan Combination and Toxteth Park. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Alles is 130 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 488.9%.
1881 census count
9
Ranked #32,416
Modern count
53
2016, ranked #34,727
Peak year
1861
130 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Alles surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Alles surname density by area, 1861 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 | 25 | #28,853 |
| 1861 | historical | 130 | #17,164 |
| 1881 | historical | 9 | #32,416 |
| 1891 | historical | 35 | #31,540 |
| 1901 | historical | 23 | #31,466 |
| 1911 | historical | 16 | #31,804 |
| 1997 | modern | 34 | #34,282 |
| 1998 | modern | 37 | #34,149 |
| 1999 | modern | 38 | #34,142 |
| 2000 | modern | 36 | #34,317 |
| 2001 | modern | 40 | #33,842 |
| 2002 | modern | 43 | #33,871 |
| 2003 | modern | 40 | #34,215 |
| 2004 | modern | 43 | #34,149 |
| 2005 | modern | 45 | #34,160 |
| 2006 | modern | 47 | #34,335 |
| 2007 | modern | 49 | #34,422 |
| 2008 | modern | 48 | #34,629 |
| 2009 | modern | 52 | #34,544 |
| 2010 | modern | 59 | #34,273 |
| 2011 | modern | 57 | #34,393 |
| 2012 | modern | 49 | #34,873 |
| 2013 | modern | 53 | #34,715 |
| 2014 | modern | 57 | #34,556 |
| 2015 | modern | 52 | #34,775 |
| 2016 | modern | 53 | #34,727 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Kinross, Govan Combination, Toxteth Park, Penicuik and Stickney, Mid Ville, East Ville. 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 | Kinross | Kinross |
| 2 | Govan Combination | Lanark |
| 3 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 4 | Penicuik | Edinburgh |
| 5 | Stickney, Mid Ville, East Ville | Lincolnshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Alles 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 Alles, 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 Alles surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Alles 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, Alles 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 Alles is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Alles, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Alles has its origins in Germany, where it first emerged in the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the German word "alle," meaning "all" or "everyone." This could indicate that the name was originally a descriptive nickname given to someone who was particularly sociable or inclusive.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alles can be found in the Württembergisches Urkundenbuch, a collection of historical documents from the German state of Württemberg, dating back to the year 1345. In this record, a certain "Cunrat Alles" is mentioned as a resident of the town of Esslingen.
The name Alles was also present in other regions of Germany during the medieval period. For instance, in the Codex Diplomaticus Brandenburgensis, a compilation of documents related to the history of Brandenburg, there is a reference to a "Henning Alles" from the town of Spandau in the year 1437.
Over the centuries, the surname Alles has undergone various spelling variations, such as Alles, Alls, Allez, and Alleß. These variations can often be attributed to regional dialects or scribal errors in historical records.
One notable bearer of the Alles surname was Johann Alles, a German theologian and philosopher who lived from 1588 to 1638. He was a prominent figure in the Lutheran Church and served as a professor at the University of Marburg.
Another individual of historical significance was Friedrich Alles, a German architect who lived from 1820 to 1898. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in Berlin, including the Reichsbank and the Börse (stock exchange).
In the 19th century, the name Alles was also found outside of Germany. For example, a certain William Alles, born in 1818, was a prominent merchant and landowner in the British colony of Jamaica.
Another bearer of the Alles surname was Emilie Alles, a German painter who lived from 1857 to 1927. She was known for her landscape paintings and was a member of the Berlin Secession, an influential group of avant-garde artists.
The name Alles has also been associated with various place names throughout history. For instance, there is a village called Allesö in Sweden, which was once known as Allesholm, derived from the Old Norse word "alles," meaning "all."
While the surname Alles may not be as common as some others, it has a rich history that spans several centuries and various regions of Europe. Its origins as a descriptive nickname and its presence in historical records and among notable individuals contribute to the fascinating story behind this surname.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Alles surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Peterinthe Wood in Channel Islands leads with 13 Alles' recorded in 1881 and an index of 14444.44x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| St Peterinthe Wood | 13 | 14444.44x |
| Kinross | 6 | 3000.00x |
| Cupar | 2 | 333.33x |
| St Saviour | 2 | 526.32x |
| Bromley London | 1 | 19.42x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Alles 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 Alles 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 Alles households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 3 |
| Agricultual Laborer | 2 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Daur | 1 |
| Governess | 1 |
| Landowner Farming 20 Acres Employ 1 Man | 1 |
| Mariners Wife | 1 |
| Proprietor And Annuitant | 1 |
| Retired Farmer | 1 |
| Retired Farmers Niece | 1 |
| Retired Farmers Wife | 1 |
| Wife | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 9 people were recorded with the Alles surname. That placed it at #32,416 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 53 in 2016. That gives Alles a modern rank of #34,727.
A German surname meaning "all" or "everything".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Alles 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.