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UK surname

Callegari

An Italian surname derived from a place name, possibly referring to someone from Callegari or a nearby location.

In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Callegari surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 115, ranked #28,348, up from #31,604 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cornwall, Brechin West and East Hertfordshire.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Callegari is 133 in 2002. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 721.4%.

1881 census count

14

Ranked #31,604

Modern count

115

2016, ranked #28,348

Peak year

2002

133 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Callegari had 14 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #31,604 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 115 in 2016, ranked #28,348.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 55 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Callegari surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Callegari surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Callegari 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
1851 historical 1 #33,412
1861 historical 1 #34,435
1881 historical 14 #31,604
1891 historical 24 #32,320
1901 historical 28 #30,951
1911 historical 55 #27,313
1997 modern 110 #25,529
1998 modern 118 #25,041
1999 modern 126 #24,239
2000 modern 123 #24,585
2001 modern 126 #23,883
2002 modern 133 #23,585
2003 modern 118 #25,146
2004 modern 113 #25,999
2005 modern 121 #24,947
2006 modern 111 #26,565
2007 modern 111 #26,954
2008 modern 103 #28,519
2009 modern 109 #28,145
2010 modern 112 #28,336
2011 modern 107 #28,979
2012 modern 103 #29,733
2013 modern 106 #29,740
2014 modern 114 #28,608
2015 modern 115 #28,319
2016 modern 115 #28,348

Geography

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Where Callegaris 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 Cornwall, Brechin West, East Hertfordshire, Carmarthenshire and Enfield. 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 Cornwall 001 Cornwall
2 Brechin West Angus
3 East Hertfordshire 009 East Hertfordshire
4 Carmarthenshire 007 Carmarthenshire
5 Enfield 017 Enfield

Forenames

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First names often paired with Callegari

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Callegari

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Callegari, 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 Callegari surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Callegari 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

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

London Fringe

Within London, Callegari is most associated with areas classed as London Fringe, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. 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

Predominantly located in neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Greater London, residents of these neighbourhoods typically have their highest qualifications below degree (Level 4) level, with those still in work engaged in skilled trades and occupations in distribution, hotels and restaurants. There is low ethnic diversity in these neighbourhoods and high levels of Christian religious affiliation. Detached or terraced houses predominate, often with spare rooms.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Callegari 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

Callegari falls in decile 5 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.

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Callegari is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 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 Callegari, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Callegari

The surname Callegari has its origins in Italy, specifically in the northern regions of the country. It is believed to have emerged during the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Italian word "callegari," which refers to a maker or seller of wooden clogs or shoes.

One of the earliest known references to the surname Callegari can be found in a document from the city of Vicenza, dated 1387. The record mentions a certain "Bartolomeo Callegari," who was a shoemaker by trade. This provides evidence of the name's connection to the occupation of clog-making or shoe-making during that time.

In the 15th century, the name Callegari appeared in several other historical documents from the Veneto region of Italy, particularly in the cities of Verona and Padua. These records often listed individuals with the surname as artisans or tradesmen involved in the production of footwear or related crafts.

By the 16th century, the Callegari family had established itself as a prominent name in the city of Venice. One notable figure from this period was Vincenzo Callegari (1530-1599), a respected Venetian architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and palaces in the city.

Another individual of historical significance was Giovanni Battista Callegari (1646-1708), a Venetian painter known for his religious works and portraits. His paintings can be found in various churches and galleries across Italy, including the Gallerie dell'Accademia in Venice.

In the 18th century, the Callegari name spread beyond the borders of Italy, with some members of the family migrating to other parts of Europe. One such individual was Carlo Callegari (1725-1795), a Italian-born architect who worked in Germany and designed several notable buildings in the city of Dresden.

As the centuries progressed, the Callegari surname continued to be associated with various professions and artistic pursuits. Notable examples include Ettore Callegari (1852-1920), an Italian sculptor known for his works in marble and bronze, and Guido Callegari (1885-1957), an Italian painter and illustrator who was part of the Futurist movement.

While the surname Callegari has its roots in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and travel. However, its connection to the traditional craft of clog-making and shoe-making remains an enduring part of its historical significance and cultural heritage.

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1881 census detail

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Callegari families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Callegari 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. Kent leads with 14 Callegaris recorded in 1881 and an index of 30.08x.

County Total Index
Kent 14 30.08x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Woolwich in Kent leads with 9 Callegaris recorded in 1881 and an index of 523.26x.

Place Total Index
Woolwich 9 523.26x
Charlton Next Woolwich 5 1020.41x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Elizabeth 2
Ada 1
Angelina 1
Eugenie 1
Lillian 1
Mary 1
Sarah 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
Edward 2
Louis 2
Andrew 1
John 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 Callegari households.

FAQ

Callegari surname: questions and answers

How common was the Callegari surname in 1881?

In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Callegari surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Callegari surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 115 in 2016. That gives Callegari a modern rank of #28,348.

What does the Callegari surname mean?

An Italian surname derived from a place name, possibly referring to someone from Callegari or a nearby location.

What does the Callegari map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Callegari 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.