UK surname
A spelling variant of the occupational surname "Cameron", used for a crooked or hunchbacked person.
In the 1881 census there were 22 people recorded with the Cammon surname, ranking it #30,464 among surnames in the records. By 2011, the modern count was 2, ranked #38,745, down from #30,464 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to St Leonard Shoreditch, Quainton, Shipton Lee and Lambeth. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Cammon is 175 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 90.9%.
1881 census count
22
Ranked #30,464
Modern count
2
2011, ranked #38,745
Peak year
1861
175 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Cammon surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Cammon 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 | 19 | #29,904 |
| 1861 | historical | 175 | #13,409 |
| 1881 | historical | 22 | #30,464 |
| 1891 | historical | 130 | #20,173 |
| 1901 | historical | 15 | #32,383 |
| 1911 | historical | 31 | #29,952 |
| 1997 | modern | 2 | #38,557 |
| 1998 | modern | 2 | #38,550 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 5 | #37,823 |
| 2001 | modern | 1 | #38,647 |
| 2002 | modern | 1 | #38,709 |
| 2003 | modern | 1 | #38,735 |
| 2004 | modern | 2 | #38,464 |
| 2005 | modern | 1 | #38,814 |
| 2011 | modern | 2 | #38,745 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around St Leonard Shoreditch, Quainton, Shipton Lee, Lambeth, Bray, Maidenhead, Cookham and St Austell. 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 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 2 | Quainton, Shipton Lee | Buckinghamshire |
| 3 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 4 | Bray, Maidenhead, Cookham | Berkshire |
| 5 | St Austell | Cornwall |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Cammon 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 Cammon, 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 Cammon surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Cammon 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, Cammon 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 Cammon is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Cammon, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Cammon is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "camb," which referred to a ridge or hill. This suggests that the name may have initially been a locative surname, given to someone who lived near a prominent ridge or hill.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cammon can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land and property commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The Domesday Book contains several entries for individuals with variations of the name, such as Cambe and Cambes, further supporting its English origins.
In the 13th century, records show a William Cammon living in Oxfordshire, England. This is one of the earliest documented examples of the surname in its modern spelling. Around the same time, the name Cammon appeared in various local records and tax rolls in counties like Worcestershire and Gloucestershire.
During the 16th century, the Cammon surname gained some prominence with the birth of William Cammon (1550-1623), an English clergyman and theologian who served as the Rector of St. Mary's Church in Warwick. He was known for his published sermons and writings on religious matters.
Another notable figure was John Cammon (1645-1717), a wealthy merchant and landowner from Lincolnshire. He made significant contributions to the local community and was involved in various philanthropic endeavors.
In the 18th century, the name Cammon was associated with several places in England, such as Cammon Hill in Gloucestershire and Cammon Farm in Oxfordshire. These place names likely derived from the surname, reflecting the presence of Cammon families in those areas.
One of the most well-known individuals with the surname Cammon was Sir Robert Cammon (1786-1854), a British military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars. He achieved the rank of Major-General and was awarded several honors for his distinguished service.
Other notable figures include: - Elizabeth Cammon (1793-1868), an English novelist and poet known for her works on moral and religious themes. - James Cammon (1821-1892), a prominent architect from Yorkshire who designed several notable buildings in the region. - George Cammon (1862-1937), a British explorer and naturalist who led expeditions to various parts of Africa and South America. - Mary Cammon (1912-1988), a renowned English painter and sculptor whose works were exhibited in galleries across Europe.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Cammon 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. Middlesex leads with 17 Cammons recorded in 1881 and an index of 7.93x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 17 | 7.93x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.94x |
| Lancashire | 1 | 0.39x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 2.92x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.96x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hackney London in Middlesex leads with 5 Cammons recorded in 1881 and an index of 41.60x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney London | 5 | 41.60x |
| St Martin In Fields | 5 | 390.63x |
| Islington London | 4 | 19.25x |
| St Pancras London | 3 | 17.38x |
| Attercliffe Cum Darnall | 1 | 50.51x |
| Blackburn | 1 | 14.77x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 5.35x |
| Normanby In | 1 | 175.44x |
| Ruskington | 1 | 1111.11x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Cammon 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 Cammon 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 Cammon households.
FAQ
In 1881, 22 people were recorded with the Cammon surname. That placed it at #30,464 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 2 in 2011. That gives Cammon a modern rank of #38,745.
A spelling variant of the occupational surname "Cameron", used for a crooked or hunchbacked person.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Cammon 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.