UK surname
An occupational surname referring to a button maker or seller of buttons.
In the 1881 census there were 20 people recorded with the Bouton surname, ranking it #30,738 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 43, ranked #35,285, down from #30,738 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Hull Holy Trinity, Cradley and Caundle Purse. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bouton is 109 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 115.0%.
1881 census count
20
Ranked #30,738
Modern count
43
2016, ranked #35,285
Peak year
1861
109 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Bouton surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Bouton 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 | 34 | #27,194 |
| 1861 | historical | 109 | #19,693 |
| 1881 | historical | 20 | #30,738 |
| 1891 | historical | 40 | #31,174 |
| 1901 | historical | 11 | #32,907 |
| 1911 | historical | 14 | #32,045 |
| 1997 | modern | 26 | #35,135 |
| 1998 | modern | 30 | #34,833 |
| 1999 | modern | 25 | #35,413 |
| 2000 | modern | 25 | #35,382 |
| 2001 | modern | 22 | #35,531 |
| 2002 | modern | 20 | #35,894 |
| 2003 | modern | 24 | #35,552 |
| 2004 | modern | 22 | #35,878 |
| 2005 | modern | 21 | #36,083 |
| 2006 | modern | 24 | #35,981 |
| 2007 | modern | 23 | #36,142 |
| 2008 | modern | 24 | #36,148 |
| 2009 | modern | 30 | #35,871 |
| 2010 | modern | 32 | #35,848 |
| 2011 | modern | 31 | #35,892 |
| 2012 | modern | 34 | #35,711 |
| 2013 | modern | 35 | #35,697 |
| 2014 | modern | 36 | #35,662 |
| 2015 | modern | 37 | #35,593 |
| 2016 | modern | 43 | #35,285 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Hull Holy Trinity, Cradley, Caundle Purse, St Marylebone and Crowland. 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 | Hull Holy Trinity | Yorkshire, East Riding |
| 2 | Cradley | Herefordshire |
| 3 | Caundle Purse | Dorset |
| 4 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| 5 | Crowland | Northamptonshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Bouton 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 Bouton, 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 Bouton surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Bouton 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, Bouton 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 Bouton is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Bouton, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Bouton is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the northern regions of the country. It traces its roots back to the late Middle Ages, around the 14th or 15th century. The name is derived from the Old French word "bouton," which means "button" or "bud."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bouton can be found in the Paris census records of 1292, where a certain Jehan Bouton was listed as a resident of the city. The name also appears in various medieval documents and records from other regions of northern France, such as Normandy and Brittany.
During the Middle Ages, surnames often originated from occupations, physical characteristics, or places of residence. In the case of Bouton, it is believed that the name was initially given to individuals who were involved in the production or trade of buttons, or perhaps to those who worked with plants and were responsible for cultivating buds.
In the 16th century, the Bouton family established itself in the region of Normandy, and several members of the family played significant roles in the local community. One notable figure was Pierre Bouton (1535-1604), who served as the mayor of the town of Rouen during his lifetime.
Another prominent individual bearing the surname Bouton was Jacques Bouton (1620-1676), a French Catholic priest and scholar who published several works on theology and philosophy. His contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time earned him recognition among his contemporaries.
Moving forward to the 18th century, the name Bouton gained prominence in the field of horticulture. André Bouton (1724-1798) was a renowned French botanist and horticulturist who made significant contributions to the study of plants and their cultivation.
In more recent times, the Bouton surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life. One notable figure was Victor Bouton (1837-1915), a French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de la Porte Dorée.
Throughout its history, the surname Bouton has maintained its presence in various regions of France and has also been adopted by families in other parts of Europe and beyond, as a result of immigration and cultural exchange.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Bouton 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. Essex leads with 6 Boutons recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.60x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Essex | 6 | 15.60x |
| Lancashire | 5 | 2.16x |
| Monmouthshire | 2 | 14.19x |
| Buckinghamshire | 1 | 8.49x |
| Derbyshire | 1 | 3.28x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 2.50x |
| Kent | 1 | 1.50x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.51x |
| Sussex | 1 | 3.04x |
| Worcestershire | 1 | 3.93x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Barking in Essex leads with 5 Boutons recorded in 1881 and an index of 442.48x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Barking | 5 | 442.48x |
| Liverpool | 5 | 35.61x |
| St Woollos | 2 | 127.39x |
| Bexley | 1 | 169.49x |
| Bransford | 1 | 5000.00x |
| Brighton | 1 | 15.08x |
| Calverton | 1 | 2500.00x |
| Chelsea London | 1 | 17.04x |
| Colchester Holy Trinity | 1 | 1111.11x |
| North Wingfield | 1 | 714.29x |
| Portsea | 1 | 12.77x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Bouton 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 Bouton 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 Bouton households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 5 |
| Anniutant | 1 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Coal Miner | 1 |
| Collector (Clerk) | 1 |
| Dock Labr | 1 |
| General Serv Domestic | 1 |
| Hawker | 1 |
| Solicitors Clerk | 1 |
| Solicitors Managing Clerk | 1 |
| Tradesman In Tin Foods | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 20 people were recorded with the Bouton surname. That placed it at #30,738 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 43 in 2016. That gives Bouton a modern rank of #35,285.
An occupational surname referring to a button maker or seller of buttons.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Bouton 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.