UK surname
A locational surname derived from a place name referring to a meadow or grassy area.
In the 1881 census there were 42 people recorded with the Bayler surname, ranking it #27,721 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 8, ranked #37,829, down from #27,721 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to St Leonard Shoreditch, St Pancras and Gloucester City: St Catherine. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bayler is 359 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 81.0%.
1881 census count
42
Ranked #27,721
Modern count
8
2016, ranked #37,829
Peak year
1861
359 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Bayler surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Bayler surname density by area, 1891 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 | 74 | #20,443 |
| 1861 | historical | 359 | #7,113 |
| 1881 | historical | 42 | #27,721 |
| 1891 | historical | 144 | #18,842 |
| 1901 | historical | 28 | #30,951 |
| 1911 | historical | 28 | #30,296 |
| 1997 | modern | 36 | #34,071 |
| 1998 | modern | 34 | #34,433 |
| 1999 | modern | 23 | #35,612 |
| 2000 | modern | 21 | #35,799 |
| 2001 | modern | 11 | #36,727 |
| 2002 | modern | 10 | #36,902 |
| 2003 | modern | 12 | #36,715 |
| 2004 | modern | 11 | #36,969 |
| 2005 | modern | 16 | #36,530 |
| 2006 | modern | 14 | #36,801 |
| 2007 | modern | 13 | #36,990 |
| 2008 | modern | 12 | #37,143 |
| 2009 | modern | 9 | #37,573 |
| 2010 | modern | 10 | #37,517 |
| 2011 | modern | 11 | #37,397 |
| 2012 | modern | 8 | #37,740 |
| 2013 | modern | 8 | #37,767 |
| 2014 | modern | 9 | #37,679 |
| 2015 | modern | 9 | #37,684 |
| 2016 | modern | 8 | #37,829 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around St Leonard Shoreditch, St Pancras, Gloucester City: St Catherine, St Mary Islington and St Giles Camberwell. 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 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 2 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 3 | Gloucester City: St Catherine | Gloucestershire |
| 4 | St Mary Islington | London (North Districts) |
| 5 | St Giles Camberwell | London (South Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Bayler 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 Bayler, 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 Bayler surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Bayler 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, Bayler 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 Bayler is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Bayler, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Bayler has its origins in England, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be a locational name, derived from the place name "Baylies" or "Bailies," which referred to a settlement near a bailey or fortified courtyard of a castle.
During the medieval period, many surnames were derived from the locations where people lived or worked. The earliest recorded instance of the Bayler name can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of Yorkshire from 1273, where it appears as "Willelmus de Bayliis."
As people migrated from rural areas to towns and cities, the name evolved into various spellings, including Bayler, Baylor, Baylour, and Bayleure. These variations reflect the regional dialects and scribal interpretations of the time.
One notable historical figure bearing the Bayler surname was John Bayler, a prominent merchant and landowner from Lincolnshire in the 15th century. Records show that he owned properties in several villages and played an influential role in local affairs.
In the 16th century, the Bayler name appears in the Parish Records of St. Mary's Church in Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, where several members of the family are recorded as being baptized or married between 1540 and 1570.
During the English Civil War in the mid-17th century, a certain Captain Thomas Bayler served in the Parliamentarian army under Oliver Cromwell. He fought in several battles, including the Battle of Naseby in 1645, and his name is mentioned in contemporary accounts of the conflict.
Another significant figure was Sir Samuel Bayler, who lived from 1636 to 1701 and served as a member of Parliament for Ipswich during the reign of King Charles II. He was known for his involvement in local politics and his efforts to improve the town's infrastructure.
In the 18th century, the Bayler name gained prominence in the literary world with the poet and essayist William Bayler (1725-1793). His works, which explored themes of nature and spirituality, were widely acclaimed during his lifetime and continue to be studied by scholars today.
As the Bayler family dispersed across England and later emigrated to other parts of the world, the name became associated with various occupations and professions, including clergy, merchants, soldiers, and artists, reflecting the diverse paths taken by its bearers throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Bayler 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. Middlesex leads with 21 Baylers recorded in 1881 and an index of 5.25x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 21 | 5.25x |
| Lancashire | 7 | 1.48x |
| Warwickshire | 3 | 2.97x |
| Lincolnshire | 2 | 3.13x |
| Surrey | 2 | 1.03x |
| Devon | 1 | 1.20x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 1.27x |
| Kent | 1 | 0.73x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.74x |
| Wiltshire | 1 | 2.83x |
| Worcestershire | 1 | 1.91x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Pancras London in Middlesex leads with 10 Baylers recorded in 1881 and an index of 31.07x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| St Pancras London | 10 | 31.07x |
| Islington London | 9 | 23.22x |
| West Derby | 7 | 50.43x |
| Aston | 3 | 10.80x |
| Battersea | 2 | 13.59x |
| Shoreditch London | 2 | 11.53x |
| St Swithin Lincoln | 2 | 198.02x |
| Downton | 1 | 217.39x |
| Norton By Kempsey | 1 | 909.09x |
| Plumstead | 1 | 21.98x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 1 | 15.60x |
| Upton St Leonards | 1 | 500.00x |
| Wolverhampton | 1 | 9.63x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Bayler 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 Bayler 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 Bayler households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Barber | 2 |
| Dressmaker | 2 |
| No Occu | 2 |
| Pensioner | 2 |
| Piano Maker | 2 |
| Scholar | 2 |
| (Money Invested) | 1 |
| Cook | 1 |
| District Visitor | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Serv | 1 |
| General Servant Dom. | 1 |
| Gloveress | 1 |
| Gun Rifle Sighter | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Joiner | 1 |
| Journeyman Butcher | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Nurse | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Painter, Grainer & Paperhanger | 1 |
| Paper Box Maker | 1 |
| Piano Maker Wife | 1 |
| Ry Booking Clerk | 1 |
| Servant (Out Of Employ) | 1 |
| Upholsterers Trimmer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 42 people were recorded with the Bayler surname. That placed it at #27,721 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 8 in 2016. That gives Bayler a modern rank of #37,829.
A locational surname derived from a place name referring to a meadow or grassy area.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Bayler 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.