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UK surname

Catalano

An Italian surname likely derived from the name of the island of Catalonia in Spain.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Dudley, North Lincolnshire and South Hams.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Catalano is 187 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

177

2016, ranked #21,230

Peak year

2015

187 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016, ranked #21,230.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Catalano surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Catalano surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Catalano 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
1997 modern 115 #24,834
1998 modern 131 #23,495
1999 modern 144 #22,405
2000 modern 141 #22,648
2001 modern 140 #22,441
2002 modern 160 #21,011
2003 modern 166 #20,320
2004 modern 157 #21,168
2005 modern 154 #21,396
2006 modern 145 #22,420
2007 modern 144 #22,804
2008 modern 152 #22,225
2009 modern 155 #22,438
2010 modern 161 #22,385
2011 modern 163 #21,983
2012 modern 177 #20,836
2013 modern 173 #21,486
2014 modern 178 #21,259
2015 modern 187 #20,502
2016 modern 177 #21,230

Geography

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Where Catalanos 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 Dudley, North Lincolnshire and South Hams. 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 Dudley 018 Dudley
2 North Lincolnshire 021 North Lincolnshire
3 South Hams 003 South Hams
4 North Lincolnshire 007 North Lincolnshire
5 Dudley 004 Dudley

Forenames

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First names often paired with Catalano

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Catalano

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

Catalano 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

Catalano falls in decile 7 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.

7
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Catalano 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.

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Catalano

The surname Catalano originated in Sicily, Italy, during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Greek word "Katolikos," which means "universal" or "general." The name likely referred to someone who held a high-ranking position or had a broad scope of authority.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Catalano can be found in the Sicilian Rolls of 1282, where a certain Guglielmo Catalano is mentioned. This document was a census compiled by the Angevin rulers of Sicily at the time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Matteo Catalano was a prominent jurist and legal scholar in Palermo. He authored several treatises on Sicilian law and held influential positions within the local government.

During the Renaissance period, the name Catalano appeared in various historical records across Italy. For instance, Antonio Catalano (1498-1570) was a celebrated architect from Messina who designed several churches and palaces in Sicily.

Another famous bearer of the name was Giovanni Catalano (1560-1630), a Sicilian painter known for his religious works and portraits. He was commissioned by various noble families and churches throughout the island.

In the 18th century, Domenico Catalano (1718-1791) was a prominent historian and writer from Palermo. He authored several books on the history of Sicily, including "De Ecclesia Firmana" and "De Antiquo Ritu Ecclesiae Panormitanae."

The name Catalano has also been associated with various place names in Sicily, such as Catalano Vecchio and Catalano Nuova, which were towns located in the province of Messina. These place names likely derived from the surname itself, indicating areas where families with the Catalano name settled or held land.

Throughout history, the surname Catalano has been carried by numerous individuals from different walks of life, including scholars, artists, architects, and writers. While its origins can be traced back to Sicily, the name has since spread to other parts of Italy and beyond.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Catalano surname: questions and answers

How common is the Catalano surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016. That gives Catalano a modern rank of #21,230.

What does the Catalano surname mean?

An Italian surname likely derived from the name of the island of Catalonia in Spain.

What does the Catalano map show?

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