UK surname
A variant of the Gaelic surname Bán, meaning "white" or "fair-haired."
In the 1881 census there were 227 people recorded with the Baine surname, ranking it #11,858 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 53, ranked #34,727, down from #11,858 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Sedbergh, London parishes and Edinburgh. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Baine is 283 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 76.7%.
1881 census count
227
Ranked #11,858
Modern count
53
2016, ranked #34,727
Peak year
1861
283 bearers
Map years
5
1851 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Baine surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Baine 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 | 152 | #12,786 |
| 1861 | historical | 283 | #8,866 |
| 1881 | historical | 227 | #11,858 |
| 1891 | historical | 224 | #13,760 |
| 1901 | historical | 157 | #17,577 |
| 1911 | historical | 88 | #24,041 |
| 1997 | modern | 52 | #32,444 |
| 1998 | modern | 60 | #31,931 |
| 1999 | modern | 60 | #32,078 |
| 2000 | modern | 49 | #33,187 |
| 2001 | modern | 46 | #33,311 |
| 2002 | modern | 51 | #33,193 |
| 2003 | modern | 49 | #33,456 |
| 2004 | modern | 44 | #34,053 |
| 2005 | modern | 42 | #34,395 |
| 2006 | modern | 43 | #34,647 |
| 2007 | modern | 43 | #34,845 |
| 2008 | modern | 45 | #34,818 |
| 2009 | modern | 44 | #35,028 |
| 2010 | modern | 42 | #35,294 |
| 2011 | modern | 41 | #35,340 |
| 2012 | modern | 40 | #35,369 |
| 2013 | modern | 48 | #35,012 |
| 2014 | modern | 51 | #34,865 |
| 2015 | modern | 55 | #34,620 |
| 2016 | modern | 53 | #34,727 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Sedbergh, London parishes, Edinburgh, Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry and Greenock. 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 | Sedbergh | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 4 | Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry | Forfar |
| 5 | Greenock | Renfrew |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Baine 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 Baine, 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 Baine surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Baine 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, Baine 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 Baine is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Baine, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "BAINE" is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English word "bana," which means "slayer" or "killer." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who worked as a soldier, executioner, or hunter.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Bane." This document, commissioned by William the Conqueror, was a comprehensive survey of land ownership in England at the time.
During the 13th century, the name "BAINE" began to appear in various records and documents across different regions of England. For example, in 1273, a Robert Baine was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Warwickshire.
The name "BAINE" may also have connections to certain place names in England. For instance, some believe it may be derived from the village of Bain in Lincolnshire, which was recorded as "Baine" in the Domesday Book.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the surname "BAINE." One of the earliest was Sir Thomas Baine (1492-1558), an English priest and politician who served as the Lord Privy Seal under King Henry VIII.
Another prominent figure was John Baine (1558-1625), an English Puritan minister and writer who was a vocal critic of the Church of England. His works, such as "The Diocesan's Try-all" and "A Countrie Discourse," were widely read in his time.
In the 18th century, Henry Baine (1718-1801) was a notable English engraver and printer. He is best known for his engravings of architectural works, including those of Sir Christopher Wren.
The 19th century saw the rise of Henry Walter Baine (1825-1896), a British artist and illustrator who specialized in watercolor paintings. His works were exhibited at the Royal Academy and other prestigious institutions.
Lastly, John Baine (1886-1959) was a Canadian politician and lawyer who served as the Premier of Saskatchewan from 1944 to 1949. He played a significant role in the development of the province's social welfare programs.
These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname "BAINE" who have left their mark on history in various fields, from religion and politics to art and law.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Baine 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. Renfrewshire leads with 43 Baines recorded in 1881 and an index of 25.17x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Renfrewshire | 43 | 25.17x |
| Lancashire | 35 | 1.34x |
| Middlesex | 35 | 1.59x |
| Yorkshire | 13 | 0.60x |
| Surrey | 11 | 1.02x |
| Lanarkshire | 10 | 1.40x |
| Stirlingshire | 9 | 11.07x |
| Warwickshire | 9 | 1.62x |
| Angus | 8 | 3.92x |
| Cheshire | 8 | 1.64x |
| Staffordshire | 7 | 0.94x |
| Hampshire | 6 | 1.33x |
| Midlothian | 6 | 2.03x |
| Kent | 5 | 0.66x |
| Ayrshire | 4 | 2.42x |
| Fife | 3 | 2.30x |
| Norfolk | 3 | 0.89x |
| Aberdeenshire | 2 | 0.98x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 0.72x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.15x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.23x |
| Hertfordshire | 1 | 0.66x |
| Montgomeryshire | 1 | 1.98x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 0.30x |
| Ross-shire | 1 | 1.65x |
| Somerset | 1 | 0.28x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.27x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. West Greenock in Renfrewshire leads with 35 Baines recorded in 1881 and an index of 114.16x.
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Baine surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Mary | 14 |
| Elizabeth | 5 |
| Ellen | 5 |
| Sarah | 5 |
| Catherine | 4 |
| Ann | 3 |
| Jane | 3 |
| Elizth. | 2 |
| Margaret | 2 |
| Martha | 2 |
| (Miss) | 1 |
| Alice | 1 |
| Anne | 1 |
| Annie | 1 |
| Blanche | 1 |
| Catharine | 1 |
| Charlotte | 1 |
| Dorothy | 1 |
| Edith | 1 |
| Elsie | 1 |
| Emily | 1 |
| Esther | 1 |
| Ethel | 1 |
| Fanny | 1 |
| Georgiann | 1 |
| Janet | 1 |
| Jessie | 1 |
| Johanna | 1 |
| Margrate | 1 |
| Pheobe | 1 |
| Rosa | 1 |
| Ruth | 1 |
| Selina | 1 |
| Susanah | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Baine 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 Baine households.
FAQ
In 1881, 227 people were recorded with the Baine surname. That placed it at #11,858 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 53 in 2016. That gives Baine a modern rank of #34,727.
A variant of the Gaelic surname Bán, meaning "white" or "fair-haired."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Baine 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.