UK surname
A surname derived from a Romanian term for a type of local spirit or demon.
In the 1881 census there were 46 people recorded with the Bune surname, ranking it #27,188 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 60, ranked #34,340, down from #27,188 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bovey Tracey, Hennock, Newbury and Woodhay, East. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bune is 112 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 30.4%.
1881 census count
46
Ranked #27,188
Modern count
60
2016, ranked #34,340
Peak year
1891
112 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Bune surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Bune surname density by area, 1901 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 | 49 | #24,448 |
| 1861 | historical | 97 | #21,503 |
| 1881 | historical | 46 | #27,188 |
| 1891 | historical | 112 | #22,291 |
| 1901 | historical | 102 | #22,596 |
| 1911 | historical | 82 | #24,635 |
| 1997 | modern | 57 | #31,917 |
| 1998 | modern | 60 | #31,931 |
| 1999 | modern | 59 | #32,174 |
| 2000 | modern | 66 | #31,553 |
| 2001 | modern | 58 | #32,180 |
| 2002 | modern | 57 | #32,661 |
| 2003 | modern | 56 | #32,797 |
| 2004 | modern | 57 | #32,968 |
| 2005 | modern | 55 | #33,349 |
| 2006 | modern | 51 | #33,992 |
| 2007 | modern | 51 | #34,272 |
| 2008 | modern | 53 | #34,315 |
| 2009 | modern | 55 | #34,355 |
| 2010 | modern | 61 | #34,143 |
| 2011 | modern | 65 | #33,842 |
| 2012 | modern | 60 | #34,287 |
| 2013 | modern | 58 | #34,488 |
| 2014 | modern | 58 | #34,500 |
| 2015 | modern | 61 | #34,284 |
| 2016 | modern | 60 | #34,340 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bovey Tracey, Hennock, Newbury, Woodhay, East, London parishes and Chieveley. 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 | Bovey Tracey, Hennock | Devon |
| 2 | Newbury | Berkshire |
| 3 | Woodhay, East | Hampshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Chieveley | Berkshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Bune 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 Bune, 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 Bune surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Bune 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, Bune 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 Bune is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Bune, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname BUNE is believed to have originated in Italy during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Latin word "bonus," meaning "good" or "virtuous." This name may have been given as a descriptive nickname to someone who was considered a good or moral person.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BUNE can be found in the Codice Diplomatico Longobardo, a collection of legal documents from the Lombard Kingdom in Italy, dating back to the 8th century. In this record, a man named Bonone is mentioned, which is likely an early variation of the surname BUNE.
During the Renaissance period, the name BUNE appeared in several historical records and manuscripts from various parts of Italy. For instance, in the 15th century, a renowned artist and architect named Bartolomeo Bune was active in the city of Siena. He is credited with designing several churches and palaces in the region.
Another notable individual with the surname BUNE was Antonio Bune, a 16th-century Italian jurist and legal scholar. He was born in Venice in 1520 and authored several influential legal treatises during his lifetime.
In the 17th century, the name BUNE was associated with the town of Bune in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. It is possible that some individuals with this surname may have originated from or had connections to this town.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BUNE in England can be found in the parish records of St. Dunstan's Church in London, where a man named Giacomo Bune was listed as having been buried in 1642.
Throughout the centuries, several other notable individuals have carried the surname BUNE, including:
1. Francesco Bune (1592-1670), an Italian composer and musician who served as the Maestro di Cappella at the Basilica of St. Mark's in Venice.
2. Girolamo Bune (1715-1788), an Italian painter and engraver from the Veneto region, known for his religious and mythological works.
3. Maddalena Bune (1745-1823), an Italian poet and writer from Verona, who published several collections of poetry and plays.
4. Giuseppe Bune (1810-1892), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian parliament during the latter half of the 19th century.
5. Pietro Bune (1867-1944), an Italian architect and urban planner who designed several notable buildings and public spaces in the city of Milan.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Bune 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. Berkshire leads with 13 Bunes recorded in 1881 and an index of 38.60x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Berkshire | 13 | 38.60x |
| Hampshire | 9 | 9.78x |
| Devon | 5 | 5.35x |
| Worcestershire | 5 | 8.53x |
| Kent | 4 | 2.61x |
| Northamptonshire | 4 | 9.48x |
| Dorset | 2 | 6.79x |
| Staffordshire | 2 | 1.32x |
| Norfolk | 1 | 1.45x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.38x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Ashmansworth in Hampshire leads with 5 Bunes recorded in 1881 and an index of 16666.67x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Ashmansworth | 5 | 16666.67x |
| Kidderminster Borough | 5 | 145.77x |
| Newbury | 5 | 462.96x |
| Hennock | 4 | 3333.33x |
| Maidstone | 4 | 87.72x |
| Mortimer West End | 4 | 6666.67x |
| Northampton Priory St | 4 | 158.10x |
| Speen | 4 | 727.27x |
| Chieveley | 2 | 1111.11x |
| Enville | 2 | 1666.67x |
| Fordington | 2 | 317.46x |
| Hampstead Marshall | 2 | 5000.00x |
| Kings Lynn St Margaret | 1 | 48.31x |
| Stoke Damerel | 1 | 15.29x |
| Taunton St Mary | 1 | 75.19x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Bune 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 Bune 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 Bune households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 4 |
| Paper Maker | 2 |
| Scolar | 2 |
| 2nd Class Clerk Customs | 1 |
| Ag Lab | 1 |
| Baker & Grocer | 1 |
| Brick Maker | 1 |
| Clerk Unemployed | 1 |
| Coachman | 1 |
| Drapers Assistant Unemployed | 1 |
| Farmer Of 118 Acres | 1 |
| General Dealer | 1 |
| General Lab | 1 |
| Housekeeper Dom | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Licensed Victualler | 1 |
| Licensed Victualler Wife | 1 |
| Nat School Mistress | 1 |
| Papermaker | 1 |
| Printer | 1 |
| Printer Wife | 1 |
| School Assistant Unemployed | 1 |
| Wine Merchants Porter | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 46 people were recorded with the Bune surname. That placed it at #27,188 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 60 in 2016. That gives Bune a modern rank of #34,340.
A surname derived from a Romanian term for a type of local spirit or demon.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Bune 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.