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UK surname

Amott

A surname derived from a variation of the name "Aimot," which stems from the Old English words "aeme" meaning "uncle" and "ot" meaning "wealth."

In the 1881 census there were 52 people recorded with the Amott surname, ranking it #26,281 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 131, ranked #26,004, up from #26,281 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Harborne, London parishes and St Pancras. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Amber Valley, Uttlesford and Cherwell.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Amott is 208 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 151.9%.

1881 census count

52

Ranked #26,281

Modern count

131

2016, ranked #26,004

Peak year

1911

208 bearers

Map years

7

1861 to 2016

Key insights

  • Amott had 52 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #26,281 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 131 in 2016, ranked #26,004.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 208 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living.

Amott surname distribution map

The map shows where the Amott surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Amott surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Amott over time

The 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 65 #21,747
1861 historical 115 #18,880
1881 historical 52 #26,281
1891 historical 120 #21,292
1901 historical 141 #18,718
1911 historical 208 #14,594
1997 modern 151 #21,034
1998 modern 155 #21,227
1999 modern 161 #20,868
2000 modern 171 #20,044
2001 modern 153 #21,197
2002 modern 162 #20,839
2003 modern 159 #20,881
2004 modern 156 #21,261
2005 modern 151 #21,667
2006 modern 148 #22,111
2007 modern 147 #22,510
2008 modern 145 #22,929
2009 modern 140 #24,033
2010 modern 145 #24,031
2011 modern 150 #23,309
2012 modern 139 #24,485
2013 modern 133 #25,655
2014 modern 135 #25,581
2015 modern 131 #25,979
2016 modern 131 #26,004

Geography

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Where Amotts are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Harborne, London parishes, St Pancras, Kings Norton and Alfreton. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Amber Valley, Uttlesford and Cherwell. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 Harborne Worcestershire
2 London parishes London 3
3 St Pancras London (North Districts)
4 Kings Norton Worcestershire
5 Alfreton Derbyshire

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Amber Valley 008 Amber Valley
2 Amber Valley 001 Amber Valley
3 Uttlesford 006 Uttlesford
4 Amber Valley 003 Amber Valley
5 Cherwell 012 Cherwell

Forenames

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First names often paired with Amott

These lists show first names that appear often with the Amott surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Amott

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Amott, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living

Nationally, the Amott surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Amott household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Families with resident dependent children (but not students) are common. Established family groups and White ethnicity predominate, as do individuals born in the UK. They are more likely than the Supergroup average to have been resident in their terraced, semi-detached, or detached houses for more than one year. Levels of multiple car ownership are high. Properties are owned and typically have surplus living space. Associate professionals and administrative occupations are prevalent, and parents are likely to be in middle age or approaching retirement. Educational attainment is above the Supergroup average. Scattered developments and concentrations are found in many small towns.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Amott is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, part of Suburban Asian Communities. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Amott is most concentrated in decile 2 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the less healthy end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Amott falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Amott is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

This describes the area pattern most associated with Amott, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Amott

The surname Amott originated in England during the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "ām" meaning "stream" and "hāmtūn" meaning "homestead," referring to a homestead located near a stream or river.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Amott can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which documents landowners and tenants in England following the Norman Conquest. The name appeared as "Aumott," likely referring to a location near a stream or river.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name was primarily concentrated in the northern counties of England, particularly Yorkshire and Lancashire. Variations in spelling, such as Aumott, Awmott, and Amot, were common due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions at the time.

In the 16th century, records show an individual named John Amott (c. 1520 - 1587) who was a prominent merchant and alderman in the city of York. His legacy is still celebrated in York, with a street named "Amott Road" in his honor.

Another notable figure was Sir William Amott (1639 - 1712), a renowned lawyer and judge who served as the Lord Chief Justice of Ireland from 1689 to 1691. He played a significant role in shaping the legal system of Ireland during the late 17th century.

During the 18th century, the name Amott gained recognition in the field of science with the work of John Amott (1768 - 1849), a Scottish physician and chemist. He made significant contributions to the understanding of the nature and properties of gases and is often credited with the invention of the Amott's Water-Air Pump.

In the literary world, the name Amott is associated with the English author and poet Mary Amott (1831 - 1899). She is best known for her collections of poetry, including "Scenes and Thoughts in Europe" and "The Story of a Lifetime."

Another notable figure was Sir Roger Amott (1888 - 1964), a British military officer who served in both World War I and World War II. He played a crucial role in the Allied campaigns in North Africa and was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for his bravery and leadership.

The surname Amott has a rich history that spans several centuries and can be traced back to its origins in the medieval era. While the name has evolved over time, it continues to be associated with notable individuals who have made significant contributions across various fields.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Amott families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Amott surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Derbyshire leads with 24 Amotts recorded in 1881 and an index of 30.23x.

County Total Index
Derbyshire 24 30.23x
Staffordshire 8 4.67x
Middlesex 7 1.38x
Essex 4 4.00x
Buckinghamshire 3 9.78x
Kent 3 1.73x
Sussex 2 2.34x
Gloucestershire 1 1.01x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Alfreton in Derbyshire leads with 8 Amotts recorded in 1881 and an index of 331.95x.

Place Total Index
Alfreton 8 331.95x
Harborne 8 145.72x
Derby St Werburgh 7 152.84x
St Pancras London 7 17.15x
Ripley 6 612.24x
West Ham 4 18.10x
Crich 3 576.92x
Deptford St Paul 3 22.47x
Monks Risborough 2 1333.33x
Beaconsfield 1 357.14x
Cheltenham 1 13.04x
Cliffe 1 344.83x
Patcham 1 666.67x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Amott surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Amott surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
John 6
Alfred 2
Joseph 2
Thomas 2
Albert 1
Arthur 1
Earnest 1
Emanuel 1
Francis 1
Frank 1
George 1
Harold 1
Herbert 1
James 1
R.P.Lennox 1
Thoma 1
William 1
Wilmot 1

Top occupations

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 Amott households.

FAQ

Amott surname: questions and answers

How common was the Amott surname in 1881?

In 1881, 52 people were recorded with the Amott surname. That placed it at #26,281 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Amott surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 131 in 2016. That gives Amott a modern rank of #26,004.

What does the Amott surname mean?

A surname derived from a variation of the name "Aimot," which stems from the Old English words "aeme" meaning "uncle" and "ot" meaning "wealth."

What does the Amott map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Amott bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.