UK surname
A surname of possible Irish or Scots-Gaelic origin, potentially derived from the Gaelic term "corann" meaning tree trunk or stock.
In the 1881 census there were 60 people recorded with the Coran surname, ranking it #25,133 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 18, ranked #36,832, down from #25,133 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Walthamstow, Low Leyton, Edinburgh and Manchester. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Coran is 107 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 70.0%.
1881 census count
60
Ranked #25,133
Modern count
18
2016, ranked #36,832
Peak year
1861
107 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Coran surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Coran surname density by area, 1861 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 | 72 | #20,720 |
| 1861 | historical | 107 | #20,008 |
| 1881 | historical | 60 | #25,133 |
| 1891 | historical | 44 | #30,838 |
| 1901 | historical | 25 | #31,259 |
| 1911 | historical | 26 | #30,547 |
| 1997 | modern | 22 | #35,584 |
| 1998 | modern | 19 | #36,009 |
| 1999 | modern | 18 | #36,151 |
| 2000 | modern | 11 | #36,879 |
| 2001 | modern | 10 | #36,852 |
| 2002 | modern | 12 | #36,679 |
| 2003 | modern | 11 | #36,842 |
| 2004 | modern | 13 | #36,742 |
| 2005 | modern | 9 | #37,302 |
| 2006 | modern | 14 | #36,801 |
| 2007 | modern | 20 | #36,362 |
| 2008 | modern | 20 | #36,443 |
| 2009 | modern | 16 | #36,850 |
| 2010 | modern | 16 | #36,937 |
| 2011 | modern | 16 | #36,932 |
| 2012 | modern | 17 | #36,811 |
| 2013 | modern | 17 | #36,857 |
| 2014 | modern | 18 | #36,811 |
| 2015 | modern | 18 | #36,809 |
| 2016 | modern | 18 | #36,832 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Walthamstow, Low Leyton, Edinburgh, Manchester, St George, Hanover Square, Buckingham Palace and Liverpool. 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 | Walthamstow, Low Leyton | Essex |
| 2 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 3 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 4 | St George, Hanover Square, Buckingham Palace | London (West Districts) |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Coran 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 Coran, 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 Coran surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Coran 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, Coran 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 Coran is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Coran, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname CORAN is of Irish origin, with its roots tracing back to the ancient Gaelic language and culture. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "corran," which means "a small, curved object" or "a hook." It is believed that the name was initially used as a descriptive name, referring to a person's occupation or a distinctive physical characteristic.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the CORAN name can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a historical chronicle that covers the history of Ireland from the earliest times to the 17th century. The name appears in the annals as "Ó Coráin," which is the Irish Gaelic form of the surname.
In the 16th century, the CORAN name was particularly prevalent in County Sligo, located in the northwestern region of Ireland. This area was known for its strong Gaelic traditions and cultural identity, and the CORAN family played a significant role in the local community.
One notable figure bearing the CORAN surname was Tadhg Ó Coráin, a 16th-century Irish poet and scholar. He was renowned for his contributions to Irish literature and his expertise in various fields, including history, genealogy, and poetry.
Another prominent individual with the CORAN name was Ruairí Ó Coráin, who lived in the 17th century. He was a member of the Irish aristocracy and held significant influence and power during the turbulent times of the Irish Confederate Wars.
In the 18th century, the CORAN surname spread beyond Ireland as many Irish families immigrated to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. One such individual was Michael CORAN, who was born in County Sligo in 1742 and later settled in Pennsylvania, where he became a respected member of the local community.
In the 19th century, the CORAN name gained further recognition with the birth of John CORAN (1825-1895), an Irish-American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the state of Ohio.
Throughout its history, the CORAN surname has maintained a strong connection to its Irish roots and has been associated with various occupations, from poets and scholars to politicians and community leaders. Despite its relatively small population, the CORAN family has left an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscape of Ireland and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Coran 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. Devon leads with 13 Corans recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.67x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Devon | 13 | 10.67x |
| Yorkshire | 10 | 1.72x |
| Lancashire | 8 | 1.15x |
| Midlothian | 7 | 8.93x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 2.11x |
| Surrey | 4 | 1.40x |
| Cornwall | 2 | 3.02x |
| Durham | 2 | 1.15x |
| Warwickshire | 2 | 1.36x |
| Cardiganshire | 1 | 7.01x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.77x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 1.98x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.87x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 0.87x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.17x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.06x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.51x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Newton Abbot St Mary in Devon leads with 10 Corans recorded in 1881 and an index of 980.39x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot St Mary | 10 | 980.39x |
| Heaton Norris | 6 | 151.90x |
| North Leith | 6 | 165.29x |
| Bothwell | 4 | 77.97x |
| Bowling | 4 | 69.69x |
| Bradford | 3 | 21.37x |
| Camberwell | 3 | 8.03x |
| Birmingham | 2 | 4.07x |
| Dewsbury | 2 | 33.61x |
| East Stonehouse | 2 | 83.33x |
| Falmouth | 2 | 85.47x |
| Aberystwyth | 1 | 434.78x |
| Bishops Hull | 1 | 333.33x |
| Clifton | 1 | 17.24x |
| Conside Knitsley | 1 | 74.07x |
| Duddingston | 1 | 63.69x |
| Gateshead | 1 | 7.67x |
| Hulme | 1 | 6.90x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 1.96x |
| Newchurch | 1 | 17.61x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 4.65x |
| Romford | 1 | 54.64x |
| Sale | 1 | 63.29x |
| Sculcoates | 1 | 10.88x |
| Tormoham | 1 | 19.42x |
| Whitehaven | 1 | 37.17x |
| Wolverhampton | 1 | 6.58x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Coran 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 Coran 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 Coran households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 14 |
| Housemaid | 2 |
| Blacksmith | 1 |
| Brickmaker | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Errand Boy | 1 |
| Gen Laborer | 1 |
| General Domestic Serv | 1 |
| Governess French (S Mistress) | 1 |
| Housemaid (D) | 1 |
| Iron Screw Maker | 1 |
| Iron Turner | 1 |
| Kitchen Maid | 1 |
| Laborer | 1 |
| Laborer General | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Lawyer | 1 |
| Merchant Seaman | 1 |
| Plumber | 1 |
| Rag Picker | 1 |
| Seamstress | 1 |
| Servant (Domestic) | 1 |
| Under Dyer | 1 |
| Wife Of Rly (Miner) ((Engine Driver)) | 1 |
| Worsted Doffer | 1 |
| Worsted Spinner | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 60 people were recorded with the Coran surname. That placed it at #25,133 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 18 in 2016. That gives Coran a modern rank of #36,832.
A surname of possible Irish or Scots-Gaelic origin, potentially derived from the Gaelic term "corann" meaning tree trunk or stock.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Coran 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.