UK surname
An occupational surname referring to a brickmaker or bricklayer.
In the 1881 census there were 45 people recorded with the Bricker surname, ranking it #27,314 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 55, ranked #34,627, down from #27,314 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Edington, Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff and Hilperton, Whaddon. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bricker is 105 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 22.2%.
1881 census count
45
Ranked #27,314
Modern count
55
2016, ranked #34,627
Peak year
1911
105 bearers
Map years
3
1861 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Bricker surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Bricker surname density by area, 1911 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 | 69 | #21,148 |
| 1861 | historical | 101 | #20,955 |
| 1881 | historical | 45 | #27,314 |
| 1891 | historical | 95 | #24,694 |
| 1901 | historical | 101 | #22,726 |
| 1911 | historical | 105 | #22,064 |
| 1997 | modern | 50 | #32,658 |
| 1998 | modern | 51 | #32,816 |
| 1999 | modern | 53 | #32,746 |
| 2000 | modern | 56 | #32,514 |
| 2001 | modern | 54 | #32,583 |
| 2002 | modern | 47 | #33,548 |
| 2003 | modern | 54 | #32,990 |
| 2004 | modern | 51 | #33,478 |
| 2005 | modern | 52 | #33,619 |
| 2006 | modern | 49 | #34,152 |
| 2007 | modern | 47 | #34,558 |
| 2008 | modern | 46 | #34,759 |
| 2009 | modern | 51 | #34,612 |
| 2010 | modern | 52 | #34,726 |
| 2011 | modern | 55 | #34,502 |
| 2012 | modern | 57 | #34,452 |
| 2013 | modern | 59 | #34,435 |
| 2014 | modern | 60 | #34,400 |
| 2015 | modern | 54 | #34,675 |
| 2016 | modern | 55 | #34,627 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Edington, Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff, Hilperton, Whaddon, Trowbridge and St Philip and Jacob. 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 | Edington | Wiltshire |
| 2 | Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff | Gloucestershire |
| 3 | Hilperton, Whaddon | Wiltshire |
| 4 | Trowbridge | Wiltshire |
| 5 | St Philip and Jacob | Gloucestershire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Bricker 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 Bricker, 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 Bricker surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Bricker 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, Bricker 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 Bricker is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Bricker, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Bricker is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word "brücke," meaning "bridge." It likely originated as an occupational name for someone who lived or worked near a bridge or as a descriptive name for someone who resided by a bridge.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 14th century in various German regions. One of the earliest known records dates back to 1365, where a Henrich Brücker was mentioned in the town of Heidenheim, Württemberg.
In the 15th century, the name appeared in various forms, including Brugger, Brückner, and Brücker, suggesting regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. For instance, a Hanns Brugger was recorded in Nürnberg in 1432, while a Claus Brückner was mentioned in Erfurt in 1475.
As people migrated and settled in different areas, the name evolved further. In the 16th century, the spelling "Bricker" became more common, particularly in areas like Bavaria and Saxony. One notable figure from this period was Johann Bricker, a German theologian and author who lived from 1518 to 1587.
The name also spread to other parts of Europe, including Switzerland and Austria. In the 17th century, a Swiss family named Bricker settled in the canton of Bern, where they played a significant role in the local community.
As the name traveled to other regions, it continued to evolve. In the 18th century, the spelling "Bricker" became more prevalent in areas like Pennsylvania, where German immigrants had settled. One notable figure from this time was Jacob Bricker, a Mennonite farmer and landowner who lived from 1720 to 1795 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
In the 19th century, the Bricker name gained prominence in various parts of the United States and Canada. One notable individual was John Bricker, an American politician who served as the 54th Governor of Ohio from 1939 to 1945 and later ran for Vice President in 1944.
Throughout history, the Bricker surname has been associated with various professions and fields, including agriculture, theology, politics, and academia. While the name's origins can be traced back to Germany, it has since become a global surname, with bearers scattered across different continents and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Bricker 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. Wiltshire leads with 16 Brickers recorded in 1881 and an index of 41.23x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Wiltshire | 16 | 41.23x |
| Middlesex | 11 | 2.51x |
| Derbyshire | 8 | 11.64x |
| Gloucestershire | 5 | 5.81x |
| Glamorgan | 1 | 1.31x |
| Lancashire | 1 | 0.19x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.42x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.47x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.23x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Trowbridge in Wiltshire leads with 9 Brickers recorded in 1881 and an index of 523.26x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Trowbridge | 9 | 523.26x |
| Melbourne | 8 | 1702.13x |
| Isleworth | 7 | 358.97x |
| Bradford On Avon | 6 | 483.87x |
| Fulham London | 4 | 62.89x |
| Bristol St Philip Jacob | 2 | 24.69x |
| Rangeworthy | 2 | 5000.00x |
| Bristol St John Baptist | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Cardiff St John | 1 | 40.00x |
| Devizes St James | 1 | 192.31x |
| Everton | 1 | 6.03x |
| Newington | 1 | 6.17x |
| Shipley | 1 | 44.25x |
| Twerton | 1 | 136.99x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Bricker 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 Bricker 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 Bricker households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 10 |
| Retired Farmer | 2 |
| Woollen Cloth Weaver | 2 |
| Attends To House & Shop | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Cloth Weaver (Wool) | 1 |
| Coal Porter | 1 |
| Cooper & Fish Dealer | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Farmer | 1 |
| Fish Hawker | 1 |
| Fishmonger | 1 |
| General Servant | 1 |
| Greengrocer | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Labr | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Machinist | 1 |
| Masons Apprentice | 1 |
| Nurse (Dom) | 1 |
| Shoemaker | 1 |
| Silk Glove Quarrier | 1 |
| Tip Maker (Boot) | 1 |
| Woollen Cloth Mender | 1 |
| Woollen Weaver | 1 |
| Worsted Warp Dresser | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 45 people were recorded with the Bricker surname. That placed it at #27,314 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 55 in 2016. That gives Bricker a modern rank of #34,627.
An occupational surname referring to a brickmaker or bricklayer.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Bricker 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.