UK surname
An occupational surname referring to someone who crammed goods or belongings into a space.
In the 1881 census there were 75 people recorded with the Crammer surname, ranking it #22,893 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 48, ranked #35,004, down from #22,893 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Hampton-in-Arden, London parishes and Doncaster. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Crammer is 154 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 36.0%.
1881 census count
75
Ranked #22,893
Modern count
48
2016, ranked #35,004
Peak year
1911
154 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Crammer surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Crammer surname density by area, 1911 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 | 34 | #27,194 |
| 1861 | historical | 93 | #22,009 |
| 1881 | historical | 75 | #22,893 |
| 1891 | historical | 153 | #18,078 |
| 1901 | historical | 83 | #24,900 |
| 1911 | historical | 154 | #17,553 |
| 1997 | modern | 47 | #32,975 |
| 1998 | modern | 50 | #32,899 |
| 1999 | modern | 54 | #32,660 |
| 2000 | modern | 59 | #32,217 |
| 2001 | modern | 55 | #32,482 |
| 2002 | modern | 58 | #32,564 |
| 2003 | modern | 61 | #32,352 |
| 2004 | modern | 60 | #32,684 |
| 2005 | modern | 54 | #33,433 |
| 2006 | modern | 56 | #33,587 |
| 2007 | modern | 56 | #33,875 |
| 2008 | modern | 61 | #33,655 |
| 2009 | modern | 57 | #34,225 |
| 2010 | modern | 53 | #34,654 |
| 2011 | modern | 52 | #34,688 |
| 2012 | modern | 47 | #34,992 |
| 2013 | modern | 52 | #34,780 |
| 2014 | modern | 52 | #34,803 |
| 2015 | modern | 52 | #34,775 |
| 2016 | modern | 48 | #35,004 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Hampton-in-Arden, London parishes, Doncaster, Manchester and Hatfield Peverell. 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 | Hampton-in-Arden | Warwickshire |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Doncaster | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Hatfield Peverell | Essex |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Crammer 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 Crammer, 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 Crammer surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Crammer 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, Crammer 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 Crammer is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Crammer, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Crammer originated in England in the late medieval period, deriving from the Middle English word "crammer," which referred to a person who stuffed or crammed goods into barrels or sacks, or an innkeeper who served hearty food. The name is believed to have first appeared in the counties of Warwickshire and Gloucestershire.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Crammer can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1195, which mention a William Crammer. The surname is also present in the Subsidy Rolls of Warwickshire from 1332, listing a John Crammer.
In the 16th century, the name appears in various historical records, such as the Parish Registers of St. Mary's Church in Warwick, where a Thomas Crammer was christened in 1563. Another notable early bearer of the name was John Crammer, a merchant from Bristol who was mentioned in the city's trade records in 1587.
During the 17th century, the Crammer family had established a presence in various regions of England. One notable individual was Robert Crammer (1625-1695), a successful wool merchant from Yorkshire, who left a substantial inheritance to his descendants.
In the 18th century, the name Crammer appears in connection with several notable figures. William Crammer (1724-1801) was a renowned clockmaker from London, whose timepieces were highly sought after by the wealthy. Another prominent bearer of the name was John Crammer (1739-1824), a member of the East India Company who served as a governor in Bengal.
The 19th century saw the Crammer name continue to spread across England and beyond. One notable figure was Sir Joseph Crammer (1817-1892), a successful industrialist from Manchester who was knighted for his contributions to the local community. Another prominent Crammer was Elizabeth Crammer (1842-1921), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first schools for girls in London.
Over the centuries, variations of the surname Crammer have included Cramor, Cramour, and Cramar, reflecting local dialects and spellings. While the name has its roots in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and exploration.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Crammer 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. Essex leads with 22 Crammers recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.45x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Essex | 22 | 15.45x |
| Middlesex | 17 | 2.36x |
| Surrey | 9 | 2.56x |
| Durham | 6 | 2.79x |
| Warwickshire | 6 | 3.30x |
| Staffordshire | 3 | 1.23x |
| Glamorgan | 2 | 1.59x |
| Worcestershire | 2 | 2.12x |
| Angus | 1 | 1.50x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 2.19x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.68x |
| Monmouthshire | 1 | 1.92x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 1.47x |
| Renfrewshire | 1 | 1.79x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.14x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hatfield Peverel in Essex leads with 11 Crammers recorded in 1881 and an index of 3548.39x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Peverel | 11 | 3548.39x |
| Battersea | 9 | 33.90x |
| Inworth | 7 | 4375.00x |
| Twickenham | 7 | 226.54x |
| Aston | 5 | 9.98x |
| North Bailey South | 5 | 4545.45x |
| West Ham | 4 | 12.72x |
| Mile End Old Town London | 3 | 19.53x |
| Wolverhampton | 3 | 16.02x |
| Islington London | 2 | 2.86x |
| Kidderminster Borough | 2 | 36.23x |
| St George In East London | 2 | 29.46x |
| Aberdare | 1 | 11.60x |
| Bishopwearmouth | 1 | 5.43x |
| Cardiff St Mary | 1 | 14.45x |
| Chepstow | 1 | 112.36x |
| Coventry St Michael | 1 | 17.09x |
| Monifieth | 1 | 42.37x |
| Northampton St Sepulchre | 1 | 28.99x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 3.77x |
| Poplar London | 1 | 7.34x |
| Port Glasgow | 1 | 37.04x |
| Ryde | 1 | 31.45x |
| Stanley Cum Wrenthorpe | 1 | 30.12x |
| Tottenham | 1 | 8.70x |
| Whittlesey St Mary St | 1 | 62.50x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Crammer 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 Crammer 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 Crammer households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 20 |
| Ag Lab | 5 |
| Domestic Servt | 2 |
| Laundress | 2 |
| Agl. Labr. | 1 |
| Agricultural Labourer | 1 |
| Blacksmith | 1 |
| Boarding House Keeper | 1 |
| Butler Unemployed | 1 |
| Cape Merchant | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Carpet Weaver | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Fund Holder | 1 |
| General Laborer | 1 |
| Genral Ser | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Labourer In Glass Works | 1 |
| Laundry Man | 1 |
| Nurse Maid | 1 |
| Pensioner | 1 |
| Pot Boy (Inn) | 1 |
| SMS | 1 |
| Shoemaker | 1 |
| Sponge Traveller (Com) | 1 |
| Upholsterer | 1 |
| Watchmaker | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 75 people were recorded with the Crammer surname. That placed it at #22,893 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 48 in 2016. That gives Crammer a modern rank of #35,004.
An occupational surname referring to someone who crammed goods or belongings into a space.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Crammer 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.