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UK surname

Apostolou

A Greek surname derived from the word "apostolos," referring to an apostle or messenger.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Apostolou surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 152, ranked #23,516, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Camden, Enfield and Barnet.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Apostolou is 165 in 2009. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 15100.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

152

2016, ranked #23,516

Peak year

2009

165 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Apostolou had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 152 in 2016, ranked #23,516.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1881.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Apostolou surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Apostolou surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Apostolou 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
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1997 modern 125 #23,567
1998 modern 135 #23,118
1999 modern 135 #23,279
2000 modern 145 #22,259
2001 modern 144 #22,040
2002 modern 144 #22,501
2003 modern 142 #22,460
2004 modern 149 #21,905
2005 modern 142 #22,577
2006 modern 135 #23,486
2007 modern 143 #22,924
2008 modern 153 #22,132
2009 modern 165 #21,552
2010 modern 158 #22,692
2011 modern 153 #22,996
2012 modern 155 #22,762
2013 modern 157 #22,904
2014 modern 161 #22,728
2015 modern 160 #22,701
2016 modern 152 #23,516

Geography

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Where Apostolous are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Camden, Enfield and Barnet. 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 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Camden 028 Camden
2 Enfield 019 Enfield
3 Enfield 035 Enfield
4 Barnet 008 Barnet
5 Enfield 036 Enfield

Forenames

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First names often paired with Apostolou

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Apostolou

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Apostolou surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Apostolou household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Apostolou is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. 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 neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Apostolou is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Apostolou falls in decile 4 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.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Apostolou is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

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

9
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Apostolou

The surname APOSTOLOU has its origins in Greece, with the earliest known records dating back to the 12th century. The name is derived from the Greek word "apostolos," meaning "messenger" or "apostle." It was commonly used as a descriptive surname for those who worked as messengers or had a connection to the church.

In the Byzantine Empire, the name APOSTOLOU was often associated with those who served as messengers or diplomats for the imperial court. Some historical records from this era mention individuals bearing this surname, though specific details are scarce.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name APOSTOLOU can be found in a manuscript from the Monastery of Vatopedi on Mount Athos, dating back to the late 13th century. The manuscript mentions a monk named Theodoros APOSTOLOU, who served as a scribe and copyist.

During the Ottoman period in Greece, the APOSTOLOU surname continued to be used, particularly among Greek Orthodox communities. Some notable individuals from this time include Georgios APOSTOLOU (1580-1650), a renowned scholar and teacher in Constantinople, and Anastasios APOSTOLOU (1670-1720), a Greek merchant and philanthropist based in Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey).

In the 19th century, as Greece gained independence, the APOSTOLOU surname became more widely documented. One prominent figure was Ioannis APOSTOLOU (1824-1895), a Greek politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister of Greece in the late 19th century.

Another notable individual was Konstantinos APOSTOLOU (1850-1920), a Greek composer and musician who played a significant role in the revival of Greek folk music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In more recent times, the APOSTOLOU surname has been carried by several influential figures, such as Georgios APOSTOLOU (1921-2005), a renowned Greek actor and director, and Nikos APOSTOLOU (born 1957), a Greek writer and journalist.

While the APOSTOLOU surname has its roots in Greece, it has since spread to other parts of the world through immigration and diaspora communities. However, the detailed history and origins of the name remain closely tied to its Greek heritage and the various regions and communities within the country.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Apostolou families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Apostolou 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. Cornwall leads with 1 Apostolous recorded in 1881 and an index of 91.74x.

County Total Index
Cornwall 1 91.74x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Falmouth in Cornwall leads with 1 Apostolous recorded in 1881 and an index of 2500.00x.

Place Total Index
Falmouth 1 2500.00x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Demetrios 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 Apostolou households.

Occupation Count
A.B. Seaman (MS) 1

FAQ

Apostolou surname: questions and answers

How common was the Apostolou surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Apostolou surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Apostolou surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 152 in 2016. That gives Apostolou a modern rank of #23,516.

What does the Apostolou surname mean?

A Greek surname derived from the word "apostolos," referring to an apostle or messenger.

What does the Apostolou map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Apostolou 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.