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UK surname

Corrick

A variant spelling of Carrick, which refers to an Irish locality name.

In the 1881 census there were 121 people recorded with the Corrick surname, ranking it #17,671 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 331, ranked #13,735, up from #17,671 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff, St Leonard Shoreditch and St Pancras. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Herefordshire and Taunton Deane.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Corrick is 334 in 1999. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 173.6%.

1881 census count

121

Ranked #17,671

Modern count

331

2016, ranked #13,735

Peak year

1999

334 bearers

Map years

9

1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Corrick had 121 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #17,671 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 331 in 2016, ranked #13,735.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 258 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Rural Amenity.

Corrick surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Corrick surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Corrick 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 126 #14,626
1861 historical 153 #15,032
1881 historical 121 #17,671
1891 historical 198 #15,033
1901 historical 217 #14,381
1911 historical 258 #12,614
1997 modern 319 #13,000
1998 modern 331 #13,018
1999 modern 334 #13,022
2000 modern 321 #13,337
2001 modern 315 #13,291
2002 modern 315 #13,561
2003 modern 309 #13,559
2004 modern 303 #13,812
2005 modern 291 #14,105
2006 modern 278 #14,623
2007 modern 295 #14,198
2008 modern 300 #14,135
2009 modern 305 #14,257
2010 modern 326 #13,918
2011 modern 314 #14,165
2012 modern 307 #14,288
2013 modern 322 #14,037
2014 modern 323 #14,081
2015 modern 322 #14,023
2016 modern 331 #13,735

Geography

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Where Corricks are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff, St Leonard Shoreditch, St Pancras, St Philip and Jacob and St Mary Islington. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Herefordshire and Taunton Deane. 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 Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff Gloucestershire
2 St Leonard Shoreditch London (East Districts)
3 St Pancras London (North Districts)
4 St Philip and Jacob Gloucestershire
5 St Mary Islington London (North Districts)

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Herefordshire 008 Herefordshire, County of
2 Herefordshire 010 Herefordshire, County of
3 Herefordshire 006 Herefordshire, County of
4 Herefordshire 011 Herefordshire, County of
5 Taunton Deane 009 Taunton Deane

Forenames

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First names often paired with Corrick

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Corrick

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

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Rural Amenity

Nationally, the Corrick surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Rural Amenity, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Corrick 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 comprises older parents or retirees, with no resident dependent children, and with the lowest residential densities in this Supergroup. Predominantly UK-born, residents typically live in detached houses, although others do live in semi-detached and terraced properties. The level of multiple car ownership is the highest in this Supergroup. Most houses are owner occupied although social renting is also present. Many concentrations occur in high amenity rural locations, such as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Corrick 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

Corrick is most concentrated in decile 2 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the less healthy 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

Corrick 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Corrick is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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 Corrick, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Corrick

The surname Corrick originates from the Gaelic language and has its roots in Scotland during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the old Scottish word "corra," which means "steep hill" or "pointed hill." The name suggests that the original bearers of this surname resided near or were associated with a prominent hill or mountain range.

One of the earliest known records of the name Corrick can be found in the Scottish Highlands, particularly in the regions of Aberdeenshire and Angus. The spelling variations during the early periods included Corryk, Corryke, and Corriche, reflecting the localized pronunciation and dialect of the time.

In the 16th century, historical records mention a prominent Scottish family with the surname Corrick, who owned lands near the village of Arbuthnott in Kincardineshire. This family played a significant role in the local community and was known for their agricultural holdings and influence in the region.

One notable figure bearing the name Corrick was John Corrick (1569-1635), a Scottish clergyman and scholar who served as the minister of the parish of Udny in Aberdeenshire. He gained recognition for his theological writings and contributions to the Presbyterian Church of Scotland.

Another individual of historical significance was Alexander Corrick (1772-1845), a Scottish merchant and trader who established a successful business in the city of Aberdeen. He was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and his involvement in various charitable organizations within the local community.

In the 19th century, the Corrick surname gained recognition through the work of James Corrick (1810-1887), a renowned Scottish architect and civil engineer. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings and structures in Aberdeen, including the Marischal College and the Aberdeen Music Hall.

Moving into the 20th century, one notable figure was Sir William Corrick (1892-1978), a Scottish lawyer and politician who served as a member of the British Parliament for the Aberdeenshire constituency. He was recognized for his contributions to legal reform and his advocacy for Scottish interests in the House of Commons.

The surname Corrick has a rich history deeply rooted in the Scottish Highlands, with its origins dating back to the medieval period. Although the name has spread across various regions and countries over time, its Scottish heritage and association with prominent hills or mountains remain a significant part of its etymology and cultural significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Corrick families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Corrick 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. Middlesex leads with 37 Corricks recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.08x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 37 3.08x
Somerset 35 18.12x
Gloucestershire 15 6.37x
Devon 11 4.40x
Kent 6 1.47x
Lancashire 5 0.35x
Surrey 4 0.68x
Norfolk 3 1.63x
Royal Navy 2 13.99x
Essex 1 0.42x
Hampshire 1 0.41x
Herefordshire 1 2.03x
Wiltshire 1 0.94x
Yorkshire 1 0.08x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Islington London in Middlesex leads with 18 Corricks recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.48x.

Place Total Index
Islington London 18 15.48x
Taunton St Mary 16 450.70x
Shoreditch London 11 21.15x
Bristol St Philip Jacob 10 45.13x
Deptford St Paul 6 19.01x
Farnworth 5 58.62x
Taunton St James 5 177.31x
Wellington 5 190.84x
Dunkeswell 3 1875.00x
Ilsington 3 681.82x
Norwich St Giles 3 508.47x
St Luke London 3 15.59x
St Pancras London 3 3.11x
West Monkton 3 697.67x
Bedminster 2 11.02x
Creech St Michael 2 416.67x
Hemyock 2 540.54x
Newington 2 4.51x
Royal Navy 2 16.37x
Westbury On Trym 2 25.09x
Bristol St James St Paul 1 12.74x
Bristol St Mary Redcliff 1 46.73x
Catherington 1 185.19x
Croydon 1 3.08x
Devizes St James 1 70.92x
Halberton 1 172.41x
Holy Trinity 1 3.50x
Honiton 1 72.46x
Horfield 1 42.19x
Leominster 1 49.02x
Luppitt 1 400.00x
Penge 1 13.05x
Spaxton 1 263.16x
St Clement Danes London 1 40.32x
St George Hanover Square 1 4.73x
West Ham 1 1.91x
Yeovil 1 25.51x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Sarah 6
Mary 5
Emily 4
Eliza 3
Elizabeth 3
Jane 3
Alice 2
Deborah 2
Ellen 2
Emma 2
Laura 2
Susan 2
Ada 1
Ann 1
Bessie 1
Betsey 1
Charlotte 1
Clotilda 1
Edith 1
Elizh. 1
Esther 1
Florence 1
Grace 1
Harriett 1
Henrietta 1
Jessie 1
Judith 1
Kate 1
Lilian 1
Lily 1
Maria 1
Martha 1
Minnie 1
Patience 1
Pheobe 1
Rose 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
John 9
William 9
Charles 7
George 4
James 4
Alfred 3
Arthur 3
Albert 2
Edward 2
Henry 2
Robert 2
Samuel 2
Thomas 2
Walter 2
Benjamin 1
Francis 1
Frederick 1
Fredk.M. 1
Jessie 1
Morris 1
Philip 1
Robt. 1
Willie 1

FAQ

Corrick surname: questions and answers

How common was the Corrick surname in 1881?

In 1881, 121 people were recorded with the Corrick surname. That placed it at #17,671 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Corrick surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 331 in 2016. That gives Corrick a modern rank of #13,735.

What does the Corrick surname mean?

A variant spelling of Carrick, which refers to an Irish locality name.

What does the Corrick map show?

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