UK surname
An English surname derived from a place name in Gloucestershire.
In the 1881 census there were 133 people recorded with the Dimock surname, ranking it #16,676 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 28, ranked #36,125, down from #16,676 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Stretham, Soham and Waterbeach. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Dimock is 147 in 1851. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 78.9%.
1881 census count
133
Ranked #16,676
Modern count
28
2016, ranked #36,125
Peak year
1851
147 bearers
Map years
3
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Dimock surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Dimock 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 | 147 | #13,084 |
| 1861 | historical | 93 | #22,009 |
| 1881 | historical | 133 | #16,676 |
| 1891 | historical | 139 | #19,311 |
| 1901 | historical | 98 | #23,119 |
| 1911 | historical | 97 | #23,076 |
| 1997 | modern | 52 | #32,444 |
| 1998 | modern | 55 | #32,399 |
| 1999 | modern | 47 | #33,320 |
| 2000 | modern | 49 | #33,187 |
| 2001 | modern | 47 | #33,219 |
| 2002 | modern | 49 | #33,377 |
| 2003 | modern | 47 | #33,619 |
| 2004 | modern | 45 | #33,957 |
| 2005 | modern | 39 | #34,652 |
| 2006 | modern | 38 | #35,003 |
| 2007 | modern | 39 | #35,097 |
| 2008 | modern | 39 | #35,191 |
| 2009 | modern | 39 | #35,321 |
| 2010 | modern | 38 | #35,514 |
| 2011 | modern | 34 | #35,705 |
| 2012 | modern | 32 | #35,820 |
| 2013 | modern | 33 | #35,808 |
| 2014 | modern | 32 | #35,896 |
| 2015 | modern | 29 | #36,040 |
| 2016 | modern | 28 | #36,125 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Stretham, Soham, Waterbeach, Preston and Southwell, Farnsfield. 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 | Stretham | Cambridgeshire |
| 2 | Soham | Cambridgeshire |
| 3 | Waterbeach | Cambridgeshire |
| 4 | Preston | Lancashire |
| 5 | Southwell, Farnsfield | Nottinghamshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Dimock 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 Dimock, 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 Dimock surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Dimock 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, Dimock 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 Dimock is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Dimock, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Dimock is thought to have originated in England, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 12th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "dic" (ditch) and "mov" (marsh), suggesting that it was likely a locational surname referring to someone who lived near a ditch or marsh.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Dimock can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from 1190, where a certain Robert de Dimoc is listed. These rolls were financial records kept by the medieval English government, indicating that the Dimock family may have been of some prominence or landholding status at the time.
In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various spellings, such as Dymock, Dymok, and Dymmok, reflecting the evolving nature of English orthography. One notable bearer of the name during this period was Sir John Dymock, a knight who fought in the Wars of Scottish Independence under Edward I in the late 13th century.
The Dimock family seems to have originated in the county of Gloucestershire, with several places bearing similar names, such as Dymock and Dimock's Court. These place names likely influenced the development of the surname and its various spellings over time.
In the 16th century, the surname gained further recognition with the birth of Sir Edward Dimock (1533-1618), a prominent English landowner and Member of Parliament. His son, Sir Robert Dimock (1565-1646), also served as a Member of Parliament and was involved in the colonization of Newfoundland.
Another notable figure bearing the Dimock surname was Reverend Henry Dimock (1718-1775), an English clergyman and antiquarian who published several works on the history and antiquities of Gloucestershire. His contributions to local history and genealogy shed light on the early origins and development of the Dimock family name.
Throughout the centuries, the Dimock surname has been carried by various individuals from different walks of life, including clergymen, landowners, politicians, and scholars. While the name may have evolved in its spelling and pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the marshy landscapes of medieval England.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Dimock 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. Cambridgeshire leads with 52 Dimocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 65.24x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridgeshire | 52 | 65.24x |
| Middlesex | 18 | 1.43x |
| Staffordshire | 14 | 3.30x |
| Surrey | 11 | 1.79x |
| Leicestershire | 8 | 5.73x |
| Hampshire | 7 | 2.71x |
| Gloucestershire | 6 | 2.43x |
| Yorkshire | 5 | 0.40x |
| Derbyshire | 2 | 1.02x |
| Kent | 2 | 0.47x |
| Glamorgan | 1 | 0.46x |
| Nottinghamshire | 1 | 0.59x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.32x |
| Worcestershire | 1 | 0.61x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Stretham in Cambridgeshire leads with 40 Dimocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 7017.54x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Stretham | 40 | 7017.54x |
| Kingswinford | 12 | 77.82x |
| Camberwell | 9 | 11.20x |
| Islington London | 7 | 5.74x |
| Knighton | 7 | 886.08x |
| Wentworth | 6 | 7500.00x |
| Hunslet | 5 | 25.72x |
| Soham | 5 | 290.70x |
| Cheltenham | 4 | 21.01x |
| Rockbourne | 4 | 2000.00x |
| St George Martyr London | 4 | 156.86x |
| Barrow Upon Trent | 2 | 1333.33x |
| Bishopstoke | 2 | 303.03x |
| St George In East London | 2 | 16.91x |
| St Marylebone London | 2 | 2.98x |
| St Pancras London | 2 | 1.97x |
| Battersea | 1 | 2.16x |
| Broadway | 1 | 140.85x |
| Cardiff St Mary | 1 | 8.29x |
| Clifton | 1 | 8.01x |
| Croydon | 1 | 2.94x |
| East Retford | 1 | 68.03x |
| Ely Holy Trinity St Mary | 1 | 28.74x |
| Milton In Gravesend | 1 | 15.53x |
| Pebworth | 1 | 333.33x |
| Rowley Regis | 1 | 8.45x |
| Shackerstone | 1 | 833.33x |
| Southampton St Mary | 1 | 6.17x |
| Stoke Upon Trent | 1 | 2.22x |
| Stratford On Avon | 1 | 56.82x |
| Tonbridge | 1 | 6.46x |
| Tottenham | 1 | 4.99x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Dimock surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth | 7 |
| Sarah | 7 |
| Ann | 4 |
| Annie | 4 |
| Emily | 4 |
| Mary | 4 |
| Alice | 2 |
| Clara | 2 |
| Gertrude | 2 |
| Jane | 2 |
| Martha | 2 |
| Agnes | 1 |
| Amy | 1 |
| Catherine | 1 |
| Charity | 1 |
| Charlotte | 1 |
| Edith | 1 |
| Esther | 1 |
| Fanny | 1 |
| Florence | 1 |
| Harriet | 1 |
| James | 1 |
| Jimmima | 1 |
| Keturah | 1 |
| Louisa | 1 |
| Lucy | 1 |
| Lydia | 1 |
| Maria | 1 |
| Marria | 1 |
| Matilda | 1 |
| Rachel | 1 |
| Rebecca | 1 |
| Reellia | 1 |
| Rose | 1 |
| Rosetea | 1 |
| Rosina | 1 |
| Teresa | 1 |
| Thirza | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Dimock 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 Dimock households.
FAQ
In 1881, 133 people were recorded with the Dimock surname. That placed it at #16,676 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 28 in 2016. That gives Dimock a modern rank of #36,125.
An English surname derived from a place name in Gloucestershire.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Dimock 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.