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UK surname

Comery

A toponymic surname possibly relating to someone from Commery, France.

In the 1881 census there were 189 people recorded with the Comery surname, ranking it #13,322 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 202, ranked #19,475, down from #13,322 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Basford, Sawley and Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Erewash, Sandwell and Nottingham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Comery is 275 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 6.9%.

1881 census count

189

Ranked #13,322

Modern count

202

2016, ranked #19,475

Peak year

1901

275 bearers

Map years

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1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Comery had 189 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #13,322 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 202 in 2016, ranked #19,475.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 275 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Suburban Professionals.

Comery surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Comery surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Comery 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 120 #15,144
1861 historical 142 #15,982
1881 historical 189 #13,322
1891 historical 242 #13,048
1901 historical 275 #12,332
1911 historical 273 #12,177
1997 modern 212 #16,996
1998 modern 220 #17,074
1999 modern 219 #17,203
2000 modern 223 #16,978
2001 modern 220 #16,914
2002 modern 225 #16,994
2003 modern 225 #16,808
2004 modern 232 #16,539
2005 modern 226 #16,782
2006 modern 225 #16,941
2007 modern 221 #17,343
2008 modern 219 #17,597
2009 modern 219 #17,960
2010 modern 217 #18,443
2011 modern 217 #18,271
2012 modern 212 #18,481
2013 modern 213 #18,743
2014 modern 209 #19,128
2015 modern 204 #19,331
2016 modern 202 #19,475

Geography

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Where Comerys are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Basford, Sawley, Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard, Nottingham St Nicholas and St Peter and Mansfield Woodhouse. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Erewash, Sandwell, Nottingham, Bolsover and Ashfield. 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 Basford Nottinghamshire
2 Sawley Derbyshire
3 Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard Nottinghamshire
4 Nottingham St Nicholas and St Peter Nottinghamshire
5 Mansfield Woodhouse Nottinghamshire

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Erewash 006 Erewash
2 Sandwell 006 Sandwell
3 Nottingham 016 Nottingham
4 Bolsover 010 Bolsover
5 Ashfield 007 Ashfield

Forenames

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First names often paired with Comery

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Comery

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

Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals

Group

Suburban Professionals

Nationally, the Comery surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Suburban Professionals, within Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals. This does not mean every Comery household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Employment in this Group is typically in managerial and professional occupations, and education to degree level is common. Residents are typically of working age, many of whom identify with an Indian ethnicity. Households are unlikely to be of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities, and English is not the main language used in some households. This Group is found on the outskirts of most conurbations as well as in the suburbs of some free-standing towns.

Wider pattern

Those working within the managerial, professional and administrative occupations typically reflect a wide range of ethnic groups, and reside in detached or semi-detached housing. Their residential locations at the edges of cities and conurbations and car-based lifestyles are more characteristic of Supergroup membership than birthplace or participation in child-rearing. Houses are typically owner-occupied and marriage rates are lower than the national average. This Supergroup is found throughout suburban UK.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Comery 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

Comery is most concentrated in decile 8 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

Comery 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 Comery is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 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 - British

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

Meaning and origin of Comery

The surname Comery is of English origin, and it is believed to have first emerged in the 14th century. It is derived from the Old French word "comere," which means "godmother" or "close female friend." This name likely originated as a descriptive nickname for someone who acted as a godmother or had a close relationship with a woman.

The earliest recorded instances of the Comery surname can be found in various historical records from the 14th and 15th centuries, such as parish records, tax rolls, and court documents. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Richard Comere, who was mentioned in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327.

In the 16th century, the Comery surname appeared in various spellings, including Comery, Comerie, and Commery. These variations were likely due to the inconsistent spelling practices of the time and regional dialects.

One notable figure bearing the Comery name was John Comery, who was born in 1612 in Gloucestershire, England. He was a prominent merchant and landowner and was known for his involvement in local politics and community affairs.

Another significant bearer of the Comery surname was Elizabeth Comery, born in 1675 in Somerset, England. She was a renowned author and poet, known for her works on religious themes and her advocacy for women's education.

In the 18th century, the Comery name gained prominence in the United States, with several notable individuals bearing the surname. One such person was Benjamin Comery, born in 1742 in Massachusetts. He was a patriot and served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

William Comery, born in 1789 in Virginia, was another prominent figure with this surname. He was a successful businessman and politician, serving as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates.

The Comery surname has also been recorded in various place names throughout England, such as Comery Hill in Worcestershire and Comery Farm in Somerset. These place names may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname over time.

While the Comery surname is not as common as some other English surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including merchants, authors, soldiers, and politicians.

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1881 census detail

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Comery families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Comery 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. Nottinghamshire leads with 141 Comerys recorded in 1881 and an index of 56.74x.

County Total Index
Nottinghamshire 141 56.74x
Yorkshire 20 1.09x
Derbyshire 9 3.12x
Lancashire 8 0.37x
Warwickshire 8 1.72x
Middlesex 2 0.11x
Sussex 1 0.32x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Nottingham St Mary in Nottinghamshire leads with 45 Comerys recorded in 1881 and an index of 70.01x.

Place Total Index
Nottingham St Mary 45 70.01x
Basford 28 244.54x
Snenton 20 204.92x
Radford 17 134.71x
Carlton 14 492.96x
Nether Hallam 14 56.63x
Mansfield 7 81.40x
Salford 7 10.88x
Aston 6 4.69x
Cartworth 4 264.90x
Ilkeston 4 49.44x
Nottingham St Peter 4 144.40x
Bakewell 3 189.87x
Mansfield Woodhouse 3 181.82x
Birmingham 2 1.29x
Long Eaton 2 52.49x
Nottingham St Nicholas 2 59.17x
St Pancras London 2 1.35x
Brightside Bierlow 1 2.79x
Lewes St John 1 285.71x
Radford Lenton 1 161.29x
Upperthong 1 64.52x
West Derby 1 1.56x

Top female names

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

Top male names

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

Name Count
William 16
John 12
George 9
Henry 8
James 5
Samuel 5
Ernest 3
Arthur 2
Frederick 2
Richard 2
Thomas 2
Albert 1
Alfred 1
Daniel 1
Edward 1
Emma 1
Frances 1
Frank 1
Fredrick 1
George... 1
Harry 1
Joseph 1
Percy 1
Phocion 1
Robert 1
Thos. 1
Walter 1

FAQ

Comery surname: questions and answers

How common was the Comery surname in 1881?

In 1881, 189 people were recorded with the Comery surname. That placed it at #13,322 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Comery surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 202 in 2016. That gives Comery a modern rank of #19,475.

What does the Comery surname mean?

A toponymic surname possibly relating to someone from Commery, France.

What does the Comery map show?

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