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UK surname

Caballero

A surname of Spanish origin referring to a knight, nobleman, or gentleman rider.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Caballero surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 193, ranked #20,039, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Drylaw, Lambeth and Camden.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Caballero is 193 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 19200.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

193

2016, ranked #20,039

Peak year

2016

193 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Caballero had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 193 in 2016, ranked #20,039.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 6 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Caballero surname distribution map

The map shows where the Caballero surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Caballero surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Caballero over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1861 historical 1 #34,435
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1901 historical 2 #34,263
1911 historical 6 #33,255
1997 modern 102 #26,638
1998 modern 112 #25,856
1999 modern 124 #24,508
2000 modern 129 #23,901
2001 modern 117 #24,974
2002 modern 122 #24,874
2003 modern 119 #25,026
2004 modern 122 #24,812
2005 modern 119 #25,193
2006 modern 126 #24,493
2007 modern 137 #23,590
2008 modern 143 #23,160
2009 modern 158 #22,168
2010 modern 173 #21,327
2011 modern 176 #20,957
2012 modern 176 #20,915
2013 modern 179 #21,028
2014 modern 187 #20,570
2015 modern 189 #20,345
2016 modern 193 #20,039

Geography

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Where Caballeros are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Drylaw, Lambeth, Camden and Birmingham. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Drylaw City of Edinburgh
2 Lambeth 010 Lambeth
3 Camden 024 Camden
4 Lambeth 016 Lambeth
5 Birmingham 111 Birmingham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Caballero

These lists show first names that appear often with the Caballero surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Caballero

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Caballero, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Caballero surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Caballero household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Caballero is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Caballero is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Caballero falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Caballero is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 40-50 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Caballero, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Caballero

The surname "CABALLERO" originated in Spain during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Spanish word "caballero," which means "horseman" or "knight." This name was initially given to individuals who worked as horsemen or served as knights in the noble class.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname "CABALLERO" can be traced back to the 12th century in various Spanish historical documents and manuscripts. These documents often referred to individuals with this surname as members of the nobility or military ranks.

One notable historical figure with the surname "CABALLERO" was Hernán Caballero, a Spanish military commander who participated in the Reconquista, the campaign to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors during the 15th century.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Miguel Caballero de Cabrera, a 16th-century Spanish soldier and explorer who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to Mexico. He played a significant role in the conquest of the Aztec Empire.

In the 17th century, Jerónimo Caballero was a renowned Spanish painter known for his religious works and portraits. He was born in Seville in 1605 and died in 1676.

During the 18th century, José Caballero y Góngora was a respected Spanish naval officer and scientist. He was born in 1723 and made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and navigation.

In the 19th century, Fermín Caballero y Morgáez was a Spanish politician and historian who served as a member of the Spanish Parliament. He was born in 1800 and published several works on Spanish history and politics.

The surname "CABALLERO" has been widely used throughout Spain and its former colonies, particularly in Latin America. It is still a common surname in many Spanish-speaking countries today, reflecting its rich historical roots and significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Caballero families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Caballero surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Essex leads with 1 Caballeros recorded in 1881 and an index of 52.63x.

County Total Index
Essex 1 52.63x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Boreham in Essex leads with 1 Caballeros recorded in 1881 and an index of 0.00x.

Place Total Index
Boreham 1 0.00x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Caballero surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Adelaide 1

Top occupations

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 Caballero households.

Occupation Count
Nun 1

FAQ

Caballero surname: questions and answers

How common was the Caballero surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Caballero surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Caballero surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 193 in 2016. That gives Caballero a modern rank of #20,039.

What does the Caballero surname mean?

A surname of Spanish origin referring to a knight, nobleman, or gentleman rider.

What does the Caballero map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Caballero bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.