UK surname
An English surname derived from the medieval nickname "Dakin," meaning little deer or buck.
In the 1881 census there were 103 people recorded with the Dakins surname, ranking it #19,410 among surnames in the records. By 2015, the modern count was 1, ranked #39,021, down from #19,410 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Nantmel, Church, Llandewy-Ystradenny (Mystyrrhoes-llowdy), London parishes and Sileby. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Dakins is 138 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 99.0%.
1881 census count
103
Ranked #19,410
Modern count
1
2015, ranked #39,021
Peak year
1861
138 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1881
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Dakins surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Dakins surname density by area, 1881 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 | 97 | #17,484 |
| 1861 | historical | 138 | #16,365 |
| 1881 | historical | 103 | #19,410 |
| 1891 | historical | 98 | #24,313 |
| 1901 | historical | 64 | #27,010 |
| 1911 | historical | 38 | #29,147 |
| 1997 | modern | 4 | #38,094 |
| 1998 | modern | 8 | #37,334 |
| 1999 | modern | 5 | #37,872 |
| 2000 | modern | 4 | #38,004 |
| 2001 | modern | 4 | #37,862 |
| 2002 | modern | 4 | #37,921 |
| 2003 | modern | 2 | #38,424 |
| 2004 | modern | 3 | #38,241 |
| 2005 | modern | 1 | #38,814 |
| 2006 | modern | 2 | #38,590 |
| 2007 | modern | 2 | #38,617 |
| 2008 | modern | 2 | #38,673 |
| 2009 | modern | 2 | #38,725 |
| 2010 | modern | 2 | #38,775 |
| 2011 | modern | 1 | #39,015 |
| 2012 | modern | 1 | #38,986 |
| 2013 | modern | 1 | #39,008 |
| 2014 | modern | 1 | #39,020 |
| 2015 | modern | 1 | #39,021 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Nantmel, Church, Llandewy-Ystradenny (Mystyrrhoes-llowdy), London parishes, Sileby, St John Hackney and Nottingham St Mary. 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 | Nantmel, Church, Llandewy-Ystradenny (Mystyrrhoes-llowdy) | Radnorshire |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Sileby | Leicestershire |
| 4 | St John Hackney | London (North Districts) |
| 5 | Nottingham St Mary | Nottinghamshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Dakins 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 Dakins, 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 Dakins surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Dakins 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, Dakins 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 Dakins is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Dakins, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname DAKINS has its origins in England, with the earliest records dating back to the 13th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English words "dæge" and "kinne," meaning "day" and "kin" or "family," respectively. It likely referred to a family or group of people who were known for working during the day.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1273, where a person named Roger Daykin is mentioned. This early spelling variation highlights the name's evolution over time.
In the 14th century, the name DAKINS appeared in various forms, such as "Daykin," "Daikin," and "Deykin," in historical records across different counties in England, including Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, and Staffordshire.
The Subsidy Rolls of Staffordshire from 1327 mention a Walter Deykin, while the Lay Subsidy Rolls of Warwickshire from 1332 record a John Daikin.
During the 15th and 16th centuries, the name continued to appear in various records, with notable individuals bearing the surname DAKINS. One such person was William Dakins, a merchant from London who was mentioned in the Chancery Proceedings of 1509.
Another prominent figure was John Dakins, a clergyman who served as the Rector of St. Giles in Cripplegate, London, from 1563 to 1580.
In the 17th century, the DAKINS surname was associated with several place names, including Dakins Green in Worcestershire and Dakins Farm in Shropshire. These place names likely derived from families or individuals who had lived or owned land in those areas.
One notable individual from this period was Thomas Dakins, a Puritan minister born in 1608 in Worcestershire. He was known for his religious writings and sermons.
In the 18th century, the surname DAKINS continued to appear in various records, with individuals such as William Dakins (1712-1785), a wealthy landowner from Gloucestershire, and Mary Dakins (1738-1809), a renowned embroiderer from Norfolk.
Throughout the 19th century, the DAKINS surname was well-represented across different regions of England, with several individuals achieving notable accomplishments. These include Richard Dakins (1822-1890), a successful businessman and philanthropist from Staffordshire, and Charles Dakins (1845-1912), a prominent architect who designed several churches and public buildings in London.
Overall, the surname DAKINS has a rich history in England, with its origins dating back to the 13th century. While the name has undergone various spelling variations over time, it has maintained a strong presence throughout the centuries, with individuals bearing this surname making significant contributions in various fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Dakins 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. Shropshire leads with 18 Dakins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 20.74x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Shropshire | 18 | 20.74x |
| Radnorshire | 13 | 160.30x |
| Middlesex | 11 | 1.09x |
| Lancashire | 9 | 0.75x |
| Brecknockshire | 8 | 39.82x |
| Essex | 8 | 4.03x |
| Herefordshire | 8 | 19.42x |
| Lincolnshire | 6 | 3.74x |
| Merionethshire | 6 | 32.64x |
| Leicestershire | 5 | 4.49x |
| Worcestershire | 3 | 2.29x |
| Yorkshire | 3 | 0.30x |
| Kent | 2 | 0.58x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 1.33x |
| Monmouthshire | 1 | 1.38x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 0.82x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Bettws in Shropshire leads with 10 Dakins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 5263.16x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Bettws | 10 | 5263.16x |
| Abbey Cwm Hir | 9 | 5294.12x |
| Diddlebury | 8 | 2758.62x |
| Stapleton | 8 | 11428.57x |
| Westleigh | 8 | 295.20x |
| Hackney London | 7 | 12.43x |
| Chigwell | 6 | 320.86x |
| Pennal | 6 | 2608.70x |
| Cherry Willingham | 5 | 10000.00x |
| Leicester St Margaret | 5 | 18.41x |
| Brecknock St John | 3 | 177.51x |
| Llysdinam | 3 | 4285.71x |
| Colchester St Botolph | 2 | 118.34x |
| Cudworth | 2 | 555.56x |
| Pembury | 2 | 408.16x |
| Stourbridge | 2 | 59.17x |
| Broadway | 1 | 178.57x |
| Corringham | 1 | 384.62x |
| Hindley | 1 | 19.69x |
| Islington London | 1 | 1.03x |
| Kensington London | 1 | 1.79x |
| Llananno | 1 | 1000.00x |
| Llanbister | 1 | 357.14x |
| Llandewy Ystradenny | 1 | 500.00x |
| Llanfihangel Beguildy | 1 | 294.12x |
| Llanfihangel Bryn | 1 | 1000.00x |
| Llanwrthwl | 1 | 588.24x |
| New Windsor | 1 | 39.37x |
| Otley | 1 | 41.32x |
| Portskewett | 1 | 588.24x |
| St Giles In Fields London | 1 | 20.28x |
| St Marylebone London | 1 | 1.86x |
| Sudbury St Peter | 1 | 149.25x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Dakins 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 Dakins 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 Dakins households.
FAQ
In 1881, 103 people were recorded with the Dakins surname. That placed it at #19,410 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 1 in 2015. That gives Dakins a modern rank of #39,021.
An English surname derived from the medieval nickname "Dakin," meaning little deer or buck.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Dakins 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.