UK surname
An occupational surname referring to a bow maker or archer.
In the 1881 census there were 18 people recorded with the Boger surname, ranking it #31,019 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 27, ranked #36,189, down from #31,019 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Ruabon, Stanstead Mountfitchet and Newchurch. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Boger is 101 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 50.0%.
1881 census count
18
Ranked #31,019
Modern count
27
2016, ranked #36,189
Peak year
1861
101 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Boger surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Boger 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 | 24 | #29,038 |
| 1861 | historical | 101 | #20,955 |
| 1881 | historical | 18 | #31,019 |
| 1891 | historical | 64 | #28,781 |
| 1901 | historical | 37 | #30,009 |
| 1911 | historical | 29 | #30,190 |
| 1997 | modern | 17 | #36,181 |
| 1998 | modern | 15 | #36,457 |
| 1999 | modern | 19 | #36,041 |
| 2000 | modern | 13 | #36,635 |
| 2001 | modern | 12 | #36,612 |
| 2002 | modern | 14 | #36,484 |
| 2003 | modern | 15 | #36,415 |
| 2004 | modern | 18 | #36,245 |
| 2005 | modern | 15 | #36,621 |
| 2006 | modern | 15 | #36,707 |
| 2007 | modern | 16 | #36,714 |
| 2008 | modern | 16 | #36,766 |
| 2009 | modern | 17 | #36,753 |
| 2010 | modern | 19 | #36,687 |
| 2011 | modern | 20 | #36,587 |
| 2012 | modern | 19 | #36,641 |
| 2013 | modern | 21 | #36,561 |
| 2014 | modern | 23 | #36,417 |
| 2015 | modern | 25 | #36,297 |
| 2016 | modern | 27 | #36,189 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Ruabon, Stanstead Mountfitchet, Newchurch, Barrow-on-Soar (Barrow-on-Soar, Mountsorrel, Woodhouse, Woodhouse Eaves, Maplewell), Beaumanor, Roth and West Derby. 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 | Ruabon | Denbighshire |
| 2 | Stanstead Mountfitchet | Hertfordshire |
| 3 | Newchurch | Hampshire |
| 4 | Barrow-on-Soar (Barrow-on-Soar, Mountsorrel, Woodhouse, Woodhouse Eaves, Maplewell), Beaumanor, Roth | Leicestershire |
| 5 | West Derby | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Boger 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 Boger, 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 Boger surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Boger 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, Boger 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 Boger is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Boger, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Boger has its origins in Germany, where it first emerged in the 13th century. It is derived from the Old German word "boge," meaning "bow" or "archer," suggesting that the name may have been an occupational surname for an archer or bowyer.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Boger can be found in the records of the town of Lübeck, where a certain Hermannus Bogere is mentioned in 1290. The name also appears in various medieval German documents, such as the Codex Diplomaticus Brandenburgensis from the 14th century.
During the Middle Ages, the name Boger was concentrated in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony, where it was often associated with small villages and townships. Some of the earliest recorded place names connected to the surname include Bogerhausen, Bogerau, and Bogerschlag.
In the 16th century, the name gained prominence with the birth of Johann Boger (1501-1565), a German Protestant reformer and theologian who played a significant role in the Reformation movement. Another notable figure was Philipp Boger (1612-1689), a German composer and organist known for his sacred works.
As the centuries progressed, the Boger surname spread across various parts of Europe, including the Netherlands and England. In the 18th century, Johann Gottfried Boger (1715-1780), a German philosopher and mathematician, gained recognition for his contributions to the field of logic.
Moving into the 19th century, Carl Boger (1805-1859) was a German-American writer and journalist who immigrated to the United States and became a prominent figure in the German-American community. Another notable bearer of the name was Wilhelm Boger (1823-1892), a German engineer and inventor who played a crucial role in the development of early typewriters.
Throughout its long history, the surname Boger has been associated with various professions, including artisans, scholars, and professionals. While its origins can be traced back to medieval Germany, the name has since spread across the globe, carried by generations of individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Boger 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. Hampshire leads with 7 Bogers recorded in 1881 and an index of 19.45x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Ryde in Hampshire leads with 7 Bogers recorded in 1881 and an index of 909.09x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde | 7 | 909.09x |
| Hastings St Mary In The | 2 | 317.46x |
| St Marylebone London | 2 | 21.34x |
| St Pancras London | 2 | 14.15x |
| Chudleigh | 1 | 833.33x |
| Dartmouth Townstall | 1 | 666.67x |
| Margate St John Baptist | 1 | 90.91x |
| Marlborough | 1 | 3333.33x |
| Rotherhithe | 1 | 46.08x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Boger 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 Boger 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 Boger households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 2 |
| Assistant Master | 1 |
| Barrister In Ac Pract | 1 |
| Captain R N Retired List | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Housekeeper | 1 |
| Income From Interest | 1 |
| Leather Case Maker | 1 |
| Naval Cadet | 1 |
| Solicitor Not Practicing | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 18 people were recorded with the Boger surname. That placed it at #31,019 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 27 in 2016. That gives Boger a modern rank of #36,189.
An occupational surname referring to a bow maker or archer.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Boger 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.