UK surname
A surname of possible French origin indicating an ancestor's locality or occupation related to cats.
In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Cattin surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 9, ranked #37,705, down from #31,604 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bedford St Paul, St Pancras and Hasketon. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Cattin is 117 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 35.7%.
1881 census count
14
Ranked #31,604
Modern count
9
2016, ranked #37,705
Peak year
1891
117 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Cattin surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Cattin 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 | 59 | #22,756 |
| 1861 | historical | 100 | #21,103 |
| 1881 | historical | 14 | #31,604 |
| 1891 | historical | 117 | #21,658 |
| 1901 | historical | 31 | #30,616 |
| 1911 | historical | 85 | #24,322 |
| 1997 | modern | 3 | #38,317 |
| 1998 | modern | 3 | #38,304 |
| 1999 | modern | 2 | #38,551 |
| 2000 | modern | 3 | #38,248 |
| 2001 | modern | 5 | #37,652 |
| 2002 | modern | 3 | #38,152 |
| 2003 | modern | 3 | #38,198 |
| 2004 | modern | 6 | #37,655 |
| 2005 | modern | 5 | #37,885 |
| 2006 | modern | 5 | #37,956 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 4 | #38,216 |
| 2009 | modern | 6 | #37,953 |
| 2010 | modern | 7 | #37,904 |
| 2011 | modern | 6 | #38,016 |
| 2012 | modern | 7 | #37,854 |
| 2013 | modern | 10 | #37,539 |
| 2014 | modern | 10 | #37,567 |
| 2015 | modern | 10 | #37,563 |
| 2016 | modern | 9 | #37,705 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bedford St Paul, St Pancras, Hasketon, London parishes and Wollaston. 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 | Bedford St Paul | Bedfordshire |
| 2 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 3 | Hasketon | Suffolk |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Wollaston | Northamptonshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Cattin 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 Cattin, 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 Cattin surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Cattin 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, Cattin 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 Cattin is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Cattin, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Cattin originates from France, specifically from the region of Franche-Comté. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "chat," meaning "cat." The name likely emerged during the medieval period, although the exact date is uncertain.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Cattin can be traced back to the 13th century. In 1275, a man named Jehan Cattin was mentioned in the records of the Abbey of Saint-Claude, located in the Jura region of eastern France. This suggests that the name was already well-established in the area at that time.
The name Cattin may have also been associated with certain place names or localities. For instance, there is a small village called Cattin in the department of Territoire de Belfort, which could have contributed to the spread of the surname in that region.
In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the surname Cattin was Étienne Cattin, a prominent merchant and landowner from the town of Besançon. He is mentioned in several historical documents from the late 1300s, indicating the family's influence in the area.
During the 16th century, the Cattin family produced a distinguished scholar named Jean Cattin (c. 1515-1582). He was a renowned humanist and professor of rhetoric at the University of Dole, and his writings on classical literature were widely studied during the Renaissance period.
Another notable individual with the surname Cattin was Pierre Cattin (1630-1705), a Baroque-era painter and engraver from the city of Gray. His works, which often depicted religious scenes, can still be found in various churches and museums throughout eastern France.
In the 18th century, a man named François Cattin (1745-1819) gained recognition as a skilled clockmaker and watchmaker in the town of Besançon. His creations were highly sought after and are now considered valuable antiques.
During the 19th century, the Cattin family continued to make contributions in various fields. One such individual was Émile Cattin (1825-1892), a prominent architect who designed several notable buildings in the city of Dijon, including the Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne.
Throughout its history, the surname Cattin has been associated with a diverse range of professions and achievements, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Franche-Comté region and the enduring legacy of this French surname.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Cattin 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 5 Cattins recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.66x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 5 | 3.66x |
| Lincolnshire | 3 | 13.76x |
| Kent | 2 | 4.30x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 1.24x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 61.35x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.74x |
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 Cattins recorded in 1881 and an index of 65.36x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney London | 5 | 65.36x |
| Tattershall Thorpe | 3 | 30000.00x |
| Deptford St Paul | 2 | 55.71x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 71.94x |
| Spotland | 1 | 55.56x |
| Thirsk | 1 | 625.00x |
| Wigan | 1 | 44.25x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Cattin 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 Cattin 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 Cattin households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Ag Lab | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Cigar Maker | 1 |
| Cotton Weaver | 1 |
| Farrier | 1 |
| General Laborer | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Lab Wife | 1 |
| Land Drainer | 1 |
| Private 1/16th Regt | 1 |
| Scholar | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Cattin surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 9 in 2016. That gives Cattin a modern rank of #37,705.
A surname of possible French origin indicating an ancestor's locality or occupation related to cats.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Cattin 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.