UK surname
An English locational surname originating from a place of that name.
In the 1881 census there were 45 people recorded with the Braughton surname, ranking it #27,314 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 5, ranked #38,264, down from #27,314 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Erith, Cottesbatch and Paddington. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Braughton is 165 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 88.9%.
1881 census count
45
Ranked #27,314
Modern count
5
2016, ranked #38,264
Peak year
1861
165 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Braughton surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Braughton 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 | 31 | #27,734 |
| 1861 | historical | 165 | #14,112 |
| 1881 | historical | 45 | #27,314 |
| 1891 | historical | 90 | #25,399 |
| 1901 | historical | 38 | #29,914 |
| 1911 | historical | 65 | #26,343 |
| 1997 | modern | 3 | #38,317 |
| 1998 | modern | 3 | #38,304 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 4 | #38,004 |
| 2001 | modern | 3 | #38,091 |
| 2002 | modern | 5 | #37,723 |
| 2003 | modern | 4 | #37,951 |
| 2004 | modern | 6 | #37,655 |
| 2005 | modern | 4 | #38,078 |
| 2006 | modern | 4 | #38,130 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 5 | #38,027 |
| 2009 | modern | 7 | #37,816 |
| 2010 | modern | 10 | #37,517 |
| 2011 | modern | 8 | #37,737 |
| 2012 | modern | 6 | #38,008 |
| 2013 | modern | 6 | #38,049 |
| 2014 | modern | 6 | #38,077 |
| 2015 | modern | 5 | #38,221 |
| 2016 | modern | 5 | #38,264 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Erith, Cottesbatch, Paddington, Bowden, Little (incl. Little Oxenden) and Beckham, West. 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 | Erith | Kent |
| 2 | Cottesbatch | Leicestershire |
| 3 | Paddington | London (West Districts) |
| 4 | Bowden, Little (incl. Little Oxenden) | Leicestershire |
| 5 | Beckham, West | Norfolk |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Braughton 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 Braughton, 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 Braughton surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Braughton 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, Braughton 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 Braughton is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Braughton, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Braughton has its origins in England, with records dating back to the late 12th century. It is believed to be a locational name, derived from the place name Broughton, which itself comes from the Old English words 'burg' meaning fort or town, and 'tun' meaning settlement or farm. The earliest recorded spelling of the name was found in the Pipe Rolls of Northamptonshire in 1195, where one Robert de Broughton was mentioned.
Throughout the medieval period, several references to the Braughton name can be found in various historical records. One notable example is the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex from 1327, which listed a John de Braughton as a taxpayer. In the 14th century, a Richard de Braughton was mentioned in the Feet of Fines for Staffordshire in 1349.
The Braughton name was also associated with several places in England, such as Broughton in Buckinghamshire, Broughton in Hampshire, and Broughton in Oxfordshire. The spelling variations of the name included Broughton, Browghton, and Browton, reflecting the regional dialects and scribal variations of the time.
Notable historical figures with the surname Braughton include:
1. Sir Thomas Braughton (c. 1540 - 1619), an English politician and Member of Parliament for Hertfordshire during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
2. Reverend Samuel Braughton (1610 - 1682), an English clergyman and author who wrote several theological works, including "A Discourse of Pardon" published in 1664.
3. William Braughton (1768 - 1836), a British architect known for designing several notable buildings in London, including the former St. Katharine's Docks.
4. Harriet Braughton (1792 - 1868), an English novelist and playwright, best known for her work "Daughters of Isenberg" published in 1823.
5. John Braughton (1857 - 1935), a British engineer and inventor who patented several innovations in steam engine design and improved efficiency in the textile industry.
While the Braughton name has persisted through the centuries, its origins can be traced back to the early medieval period in England, where it was likely derived from the place name Broughton, reflecting the close connection between surnames and geographical locations during that time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Braughton 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 14 Braughtons recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.19x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 14 | 3.19x |
| Devon | 7 | 7.66x |
| Yorkshire | 6 | 1.38x |
| Nottinghamshire | 5 | 8.45x |
| Lincolnshire | 3 | 4.28x |
| Somerset | 3 | 4.25x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.38x |
| Northamptonshire | 2 | 4.85x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 1.16x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.68x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.90x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Paddington London in Middlesex leads with 8 Braughtons recorded in 1881 and an index of 49.60x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Paddington London | 8 | 49.60x |
| West Teignmouth | 7 | 1000.00x |
| Pinxton | 5 | 1428.57x |
| Ratcliffe London | 5 | 206.61x |
| Brightside Bierlow | 3 | 35.17x |
| Taunton St James | 3 | 291.26x |
| Everton | 2 | 12.06x |
| Northampton Priory St | 2 | 80.65x |
| Skelton In Guisbrough | 2 | 169.49x |
| Stamford St John | 2 | 2222.22x |
| Chiswick | 1 | 41.67x |
| Clifton | 1 | 22.99x |
| Coventry St Michael | 1 | 28.17x |
| Stanley Cum Wrenthorpe | 1 | 49.51x |
| Swinderby | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Walsall Borough | 1 | 86.96x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Braughton 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 Braughton 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 Braughton households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 8 |
| Boot & Shoemaker | 1 |
| Butcher | 1 |
| Coachman | 1 |
| Dock Cooper | 1 |
| Domestic Serv | 1 |
| Engine Driver | 1 |
| Fellmonger | 1 |
| Furniss Man (Fac Lab) | 1 |
| Joiner | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Labourer General | 1 |
| Lt Cols Wife | 1 |
| Parlour Maid | 1 |
| Seafaring Man | 1 |
| Shoe Finisher | 1 |
| Shoe Finisher Wife | 1 |
| Silkweaver | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 45 people were recorded with the Braughton surname. That placed it at #27,314 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 5 in 2016. That gives Braughton a modern rank of #38,264.
An English locational surname originating from a place of that name.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Braughton 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.