UK surname
A surname derived from a location name or place name, likely from a town or village.
In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Binson surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 4, ranked #38,419, down from #31,604 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bebbington, Davenham and Toxteth Park. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Binson is 199 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 71.4%.
1881 census count
14
Ranked #31,604
Modern count
4
2016, ranked #38,419
Peak year
1861
199 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Binson surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Binson 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 | 81 | #19,457 |
| 1861 | historical | 199 | #12,062 |
| 1881 | historical | 14 | #31,604 |
| 1891 | historical | 83 | #26,376 |
| 1901 | historical | 10 | #33,026 |
| 1911 | historical | 25 | #30,654 |
| 1997 | modern | 2 | #38,557 |
| 1998 | modern | 1 | #38,814 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 1 | #38,790 |
| 2001 | modern | 1 | #38,647 |
| 2002 | modern | 1 | #38,709 |
| 2004 | modern | 1 | #38,771 |
| 2005 | modern | 1 | #38,814 |
| 2006 | modern | 1 | #38,879 |
| 2007 | modern | 2 | #38,617 |
| 2008 | modern | 2 | #38,673 |
| 2009 | modern | 2 | #38,725 |
| 2010 | modern | 2 | #38,775 |
| 2011 | modern | 2 | #38,745 |
| 2012 | modern | 2 | #38,754 |
| 2013 | modern | 2 | #38,761 |
| 2014 | modern | 2 | #38,791 |
| 2015 | modern | 3 | #38,558 |
| 2016 | modern | 4 | #38,419 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bebbington, Davenham, Toxteth Park, Windermere and Manchester. 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 | Bebbington | Cheshire |
| 2 | Davenham | Cheshire |
| 3 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 4 | Windermere | Westmorland |
| 5 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Binson 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 Binson, 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 Binson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Binson 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, Binson 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 Binson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Binson, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Binson has its origins in England, with records dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be a locational name derived from the Old English words "binn" meaning a bin or container, and "tun" meaning a town or settlement. This suggests that the name may have originated from a place where bins or containers were made or stored.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of Lincolnshire, which dates back to 1273. Here, the name is listed as "William de Binneston." This spelling variation indicates that the name may have been associated with a specific place called "Binneston" or a similar name.
During the medieval period, the surname Binson was particularly prevalent in the counties of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. Records from the 14th century show several individuals with the name residing in these areas, such as John Binson, who was mentioned in the Court Rolls of Nottinghamshire in 1324.
In the 16th century, the name appears in various historical documents, including parish records and tax rolls. One notable individual from this period was Thomas Binson, a merchant from Lincolnshire who was born around 1520 and was involved in the wool trade.
As time passed, the spelling of the name evolved, with variations such as Bynson, Binston, and Bineson appearing in different regions. In the 17th century, a prominent figure with this surname was Sir Henry Binson, a landowner and magistrate from Nottinghamshire who lived from 1625 to 1702.
Moving into the 18th century, the Binson surname continued to be present across England, with individuals like William Binson, a farmer from Yorkshire born in 1745, and Elizabeth Binson, a notable philanthropist from Lincolnshire who was born in 1770 and dedicated her life to supporting orphanages and charitable causes.
Another significant figure with the Binson surname was Robert Binson, a renowned architect who lived from 1825 to 1902. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in London, including the Royal Albert Hall.
Throughout its history, the Binson surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, from merchants and landowners to farmers and architects. While the name may have originated from a specific location, it has since spread across different regions of England and beyond, becoming a part of the diverse tapestry of surnames found in the country.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Binson 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. Cheshire leads with 4 Binsons recorded in 1881 and an index of 14.29x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cheshire | 4 | 14.29x |
| Lancashire | 3 | 1.99x |
| Glamorgan | 2 | 9.06x |
| Dorset | 1 | 12.02x |
| Kent | 1 | 2.31x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 4.93x |
| Surrey | 1 | 1.62x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Birkenhead in Cheshire leads with 2 Binsons recorded in 1881 and an index of 89.69x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Birkenhead | 2 | 89.69x |
| Cardiff St John | 2 | 277.78x |
| Monks Coppenhall | 2 | 188.68x |
| Bootle Cum Linacre | 1 | 84.03x |
| Dunston | 1 | 3333.33x |
| Netherbury | 1 | 1428.57x |
| Richmond | 1 | 114.94x |
| Toxteth Park | 1 | 19.65x |
| West Derby | 1 | 22.73x |
| Woolwich | 1 | 62.50x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Binson 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 Binson 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 Binson households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Certificated Teacher | 1 |
| Dairy Boy | 1 |
| Excavator | 1 |
| Farm Labourer | 1 |
| Formerly Canal Boat Agent Dep On Deposit In Bank (Upo) | 1 |
| Machinist | 1 |
| School Mistress | 1 |
| Stonemason | 1 |
| Tool Smith | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Binson surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 4 in 2016. That gives Binson a modern rank of #38,419.
A surname derived from a location name or place name, likely from a town or village.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Binson 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.