UK surname
A variant spelling of the English surname Denkins, derived from a diminutive form of Dennis.
The strongest historical links point to Newland (Bream, Clearwell, Newland, Coleford), West Dean, Hull Holy Trinity and Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Denkins is 100 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.
1881 census count
-
Modern count
2
2016, ranked #38,825
Peak year
1861
100 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Denkins surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Denkins 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 | 9 | #31,675 |
| 1861 | historical | 100 | #21,103 |
| 1891 | historical | 68 | #28,300 |
| 1901 | historical | 3 | #34,063 |
| 1911 | historical | 6 | #33,255 |
| 1997 | modern | 1 | #38,839 |
| 1998 | modern | 1 | #38,814 |
| 1999 | modern | 1 | #38,820 |
| 2000 | modern | 1 | #38,790 |
| 2001 | modern | 1 | #38,647 |
| 2002 | modern | 1 | #38,709 |
| 2003 | modern | 2 | #38,424 |
| 2004 | modern | 1 | #38,771 |
| 2005 | modern | 2 | #38,532 |
| 2006 | modern | 1 | #38,879 |
| 2007 | modern | 3 | #38,372 |
| 2008 | modern | 1 | #38,949 |
| 2009 | modern | 4 | #38,287 |
| 2010 | modern | 3 | #38,552 |
| 2011 | modern | 4 | #38,338 |
| 2012 | modern | 2 | #38,754 |
| 2013 | modern | 1 | #39,008 |
| 2014 | modern | 2 | #38,791 |
| 2015 | modern | 2 | #38,793 |
| 2016 | modern | 2 | #38,825 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Newland (Bream, Clearwell, Newland, Coleford), West Dean, Hull Holy Trinity, Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard, Llandyfodog and Merthyr Tydfil. 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 | Newland (Bream, Clearwell, Newland, Coleford), West Dean | Monmouthshire |
| 2 | Hull Holy Trinity | Yorkshire, East Riding |
| 3 | Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard | Nottinghamshire |
| 4 | Llandyfodog | Glamorganshire |
| 5 | Merthyr Tydfil | Glamorganshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Denkins 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 Denkins, 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 Denkins surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Denkins 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, Denkins 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 Denkins is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Denkins, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Denkins finds its origin in the English county of Lancashire, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "dene" (valley) and "kin" (family or kin), suggesting the name was initially given to those residing in a valley or secluded area.
The earliest known record of the name appears in the Subsidy Rolls of Lancashire from 1292, where a Robert de Denekyns is listed. This spelling variation highlights the evolution of the name over time, reflecting the changes in language and pronunciation.
In the 14th century, the Denkins name can be found in several historical documents, including the Lancashire Feet of Fines from 1346, where a John Denekyns is mentioned in a land transaction. This record provides insight into the family's involvement in property ownership during that era.
The Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, does not contain any direct references to the Denkins surname. However, it does list individuals with similar names, such as Denekin and Denekinus, suggesting potential ancestral connections.
Notable individuals with the Denkins surname include:
1. William Denkins (1575-1642), a prominent merchant and landowner in Lincolnshire, England. 2. Elizabeth Denkins (1620-1685), one of the early settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, arriving in 1635. 3. John Denkins (1735-1818), a British naval officer who served during the American Revolutionary War. 4. Samuel Denkins (1802-1879), an English artist known for his landscape paintings of the Lake District. 5. Margaret Denkins (1860-1941), a pioneer in the field of nursing and a advocate for better healthcare in rural communities.
The name Denkins has also been associated with various place names throughout England, such as Denkins Fold in Lancashire and Denkins Green in Cheshire. These locations may have been named after early settlers or landowners bearing the surname.
While the Denkins name has its roots in Lancashire, it has since spread across different regions of England and beyond, with individuals carrying this surname contributing to various aspects of society throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
FAQ
The latest modern count shown here is 2 in 2016. That gives Denkins a modern rank of #38,825.
A variant spelling of the English surname Denkins, derived from a diminutive form of Dennis.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Denkins 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.