UK surname
An English habitational surname likely originating from a place named Butrum or Buttrum.
In the 1881 census there were 46 people recorded with the Buttrum surname, ranking it #27,188 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 30, ranked #35,997, down from #27,188 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Hillingdon (Hillingdon), Ickenham, Cowley, London parishes and Burgh. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Buttrum is 109 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 34.8%.
1881 census count
46
Ranked #27,188
Modern count
30
2016, ranked #35,997
Peak year
1911
109 bearers
Map years
1
1911 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Buttrum surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Buttrum 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 | 42 | #25,706 |
| 1861 | historical | 38 | #29,216 |
| 1881 | historical | 46 | #27,188 |
| 1891 | historical | 60 | #29,204 |
| 1901 | historical | 87 | #24,386 |
| 1911 | historical | 109 | #21,611 |
| 1997 | modern | 39 | #33,759 |
| 1998 | modern | 38 | #34,066 |
| 1999 | modern | 35 | #34,418 |
| 2000 | modern | 35 | #34,420 |
| 2001 | modern | 32 | #34,537 |
| 2002 | modern | 32 | #34,790 |
| 2003 | modern | 28 | #35,200 |
| 2004 | modern | 31 | #35,105 |
| 2005 | modern | 31 | #35,260 |
| 2006 | modern | 27 | #35,746 |
| 2007 | modern | 28 | #35,801 |
| 2008 | modern | 29 | #35,808 |
| 2009 | modern | 33 | #35,671 |
| 2010 | modern | 31 | #35,906 |
| 2011 | modern | 29 | #36,004 |
| 2012 | modern | 27 | #36,102 |
| 2013 | modern | 30 | #35,990 |
| 2014 | modern | 31 | #35,953 |
| 2015 | modern | 29 | #36,040 |
| 2016 | modern | 30 | #35,997 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Hillingdon (Hillingdon), Ickenham, Cowley, London parishes, Burgh, Swilland and Hasketon. 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 | Hillingdon (Hillingdon), Ickenham, Cowley | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | Burgh | Suffolk |
| 4 | Swilland | Suffolk |
| 5 | Hasketon | Suffolk |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Buttrum 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 Buttrum, 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 Buttrum surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Buttrum 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, Buttrum 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 Buttrum is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Buttrum, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname BUTTRUM is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "butr" (butter) and "ham" (village or homestead), suggesting that the name likely originated from a place where butter was produced or traded. The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of England, particularly in counties like Wiltshire and Somerset.
One of the earliest documented references to the name BUTTRUM can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Wiltshire from the year 1327, where a person named William Buttrum is mentioned as a taxpayer. This record provides evidence of the name's existence during the medieval period in England.
In the 16th century, the BUTTRUM surname appears in historical records from the parish of Chippenham, Wiltshire, where a family with this name resided. One notable individual from this period was John BUTTRUM, born around 1540, who was a prominent landowner and farmer in the area.
During the 17th century, the BUTTRUM name gained further recognition with the birth of Thomas BUTTRUM (1625-1698), a successful merchant and trader who established a successful business in the city of Bristol. His descendants continued to carry on the family name and contributed to the local community for generations.
Another significant figure in the history of the BUTTRUM surname was Elizabeth BUTTRUM (1720-1795), who was a renowned philanthropist and patron of the arts in Somerset. She was known for her support of local charities and her efforts to promote education and cultural activities in the region.
In the 19th century, the BUTTRUM family tree expanded with the birth of James BUTTRUM (1812-1882), a skilled craftsman and woodcarver whose intricate works adorned many churches and public buildings across the southwest of England. His legacy as a master woodcarver has been celebrated and preserved by local historical societies.
Throughout its history, the BUTTRUM surname has been associated with various professions and occupations, from farmers and merchants to artisans and tradespeople. While the name may have originated from a specific location, it has since spread across England and other parts of the world, carried by generations of individuals who have contributed to the rich tapestry of human history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Buttrum 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. Suffolk leads with 31 Buttrums recorded in 1881 and an index of 56.71x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 31 | 56.71x |
| Buckinghamshire | 6 | 22.12x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 1.34x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 1.01x |
| Essex | 1 | 1.13x |
| Leicestershire | 1 | 2.01x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hasketon in Suffolk leads with 8 Buttrums recorded in 1881 and an index of 11428.57x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hasketon | 8 | 11428.57x |
| Woodbridge | 7 | 1000.00x |
| Wolverton | 6 | 1071.43x |
| Grundisburgh | 5 | 3846.15x |
| St Marylebone London | 4 | 16.69x |
| Burgh | 3 | 7500.00x |
| Ipswich St Margaret | 2 | 108.11x |
| Kensington London | 2 | 8.02x |
| Swilland | 2 | 6666.67x |
| Waldringfield | 2 | 5000.00x |
| Higher Bebington | 1 | 158.73x |
| Ipswich St Clement | 1 | 71.94x |
| Lexden | 1 | 277.78x |
| Nacton | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Quorndon | 1 | 357.14x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Buttrum 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 Buttrum 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 Buttrum households.
FAQ
In 1881, 46 people were recorded with the Buttrum surname. That placed it at #27,188 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 30 in 2016. That gives Buttrum a modern rank of #35,997.
An English habitational surname likely originating from a place named Butrum or Buttrum.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Buttrum 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.