UK surname
A German surname derived from the word "bund" meaning alliance or federation.
In the 1881 census there were 47 people recorded with the Bund surname, ranking it #27,019 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 45, ranked #35,162, down from #27,019 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Henley-on-Thames, Worcester St John Bedwardine, Kenswick and Dudley. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bund is 132 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has stayed broadly stable by 4.3%.
1881 census count
47
Ranked #27,019
Modern count
45
2016, ranked #35,162
Peak year
1861
132 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Bund surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Bund surname density by area, 1891 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 | 37 | #26,673 |
| 1861 | historical | 132 | #16,957 |
| 1881 | historical | 47 | #27,019 |
| 1891 | historical | 103 | #23,558 |
| 1901 | historical | 40 | #29,678 |
| 1911 | historical | 56 | #27,216 |
| 1997 | modern | 35 | #34,174 |
| 1998 | modern | 36 | #34,246 |
| 1999 | modern | 42 | #33,778 |
| 2000 | modern | 42 | #33,791 |
| 2001 | modern | 41 | #33,753 |
| 2002 | modern | 39 | #34,219 |
| 2003 | modern | 36 | #34,522 |
| 2004 | modern | 42 | #34,222 |
| 2005 | modern | 39 | #34,652 |
| 2006 | modern | 40 | #34,854 |
| 2007 | modern | 42 | #34,905 |
| 2008 | modern | 43 | #34,931 |
| 2009 | modern | 46 | #34,918 |
| 2010 | modern | 44 | #35,183 |
| 2011 | modern | 44 | #35,161 |
| 2012 | modern | 46 | #35,053 |
| 2013 | modern | 48 | #35,012 |
| 2014 | modern | 48 | #35,041 |
| 2015 | modern | 46 | #35,109 |
| 2016 | modern | 45 | #35,162 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Henley-on-Thames, Worcester St John Bedwardine, Kenswick, Dudley, Dartford and Claines (pt), Warndon, Hinlip. 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 | Henley-on-Thames | Oxfordshire |
| 2 | Worcester St John Bedwardine, Kenswick | Worcestershire |
| 3 | Dudley | Staffordshire |
| 4 | Dartford | Kent |
| 5 | Claines (pt), Warndon, Hinlip | Worcestershire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Bund 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 Bund, 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 Bund surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Bund 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, Bund 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 Bund is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Bund, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname BUND originated in Germany, with the earliest recorded examples dating back to the 14th century. The name is derived from the Middle Low German word "bund," meaning "bundle" or "tied bundle." This suggests that the name may have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a bundle-maker or a packer.
In the late 15th century, the name BUND appeared in the Bürgermeisterbuch (Mayor's Book) of the city of Lübeck, one of the oldest and most significant records of the Hanseatic League. This indicates that the name was already established in northern Germany during this period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BUND can be found in the 1497 tax records of the city of Stendal, where a certain Hans Bund was listed as a resident. This provides evidence that the name was present in the region of Saxony-Anhalt in the late 15th century.
In the 16th century, the name BUND was associated with several notable figures. Johann Bund (1532-1599) was a German theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. He served as a professor at the University of Wittenberg and was a close associate of Martin Luther.
Another prominent figure with the surname BUND was Conrad Bund (1550-1634), a German poet and writer from Saxony. He is best known for his satirical works and his contributions to the development of the German language during the Renaissance period.
In the 17th century, the name BUND appeared in various records across Germany, suggesting its widespread presence throughout the country. One notable individual from this era was Johann Christian Bund (1668-1727), a German composer and organist who served at the court of the Duke of Saxe-Weimar.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, the BUND surname continued to be documented in various regions of Germany, with some families migrating to other parts of Europe and the Americas. One significant figure from this period was Johann Jakob Bund (1786-1846), a German-born American artist and portrait painter who worked in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
Throughout its history, the surname BUND has been associated with various occupations, from scholars and artists to craftsmen and tradespeople. While its origins can be traced back to the Middle Low German word for "bundle," the name has since taken on a broader meaning, representing a diverse range of individuals and families with German heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Bund 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. Worcestershire leads with 16 Bunds recorded in 1881 and an index of 26.73x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Worcestershire | 16 | 26.73x |
| Middlesex | 10 | 2.18x |
| Glamorgan | 5 | 6.26x |
| Oxfordshire | 5 | 17.66x |
| Herefordshire | 4 | 21.29x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.37x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.44x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 2.91x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 1.06x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.87x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Claines in Worcestershire leads with 7 Bunds recorded in 1881 and an index of 426.83x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Claines | 7 | 426.83x |
| Worcester St John | 7 | 985.92x |
| Fulham London | 5 | 75.19x |
| Henley On Thames | 5 | 862.07x |
| Swansea Town | 5 | 76.45x |
| Whitbourne | 4 | 3333.33x |
| St George In East London | 3 | 69.61x |
| Holy Trinity | 2 | 18.30x |
| Paddington London | 2 | 11.87x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 2.60x |
| Christchurch | 1 | 49.02x |
| Earley | 1 | 175.44x |
| Great Harwood | 1 | 102.04x |
| Great Malvern | 1 | 80.00x |
| Salford | 1 | 6.25x |
| Worcester All Sts | 1 | 285.71x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Bund 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 Bund 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 Bund households.
FAQ
In 1881, 47 people were recorded with the Bund surname. That placed it at #27,019 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 45 in 2016. That gives Bund a modern rank of #35,162.
A German surname derived from the word "bund" meaning alliance or federation.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Bund 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.