UK surname
An English surname derived from the Old French "druitt", meaning "straight" or "upright".
In the 1881 census there were 142 people recorded with the Druitt surname, ranking it #16,012 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 79, ranked #33,100, down from #16,012 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Fittleton with Hacklestone, London parishes and St Dunstan Stepney. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Druitt is 166 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 44.4%.
1881 census count
142
Ranked #16,012
Modern count
79
2016, ranked #33,100
Peak year
1891
166 bearers
Map years
4
1881 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Druitt surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Druitt 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 | 62 | #22,232 |
| 1861 | historical | 58 | #26,585 |
| 1881 | historical | 142 | #16,012 |
| 1891 | historical | 166 | #17,077 |
| 1901 | historical | 157 | #17,577 |
| 1911 | historical | 136 | #18,962 |
| 1997 | modern | 85 | #28,988 |
| 1998 | modern | 86 | #29,343 |
| 1999 | modern | 87 | #29,398 |
| 2000 | modern | 88 | #29,284 |
| 2001 | modern | 84 | #29,508 |
| 2002 | modern | 81 | #30,294 |
| 2003 | modern | 80 | #30,425 |
| 2004 | modern | 84 | #30,244 |
| 2005 | modern | 80 | #30,842 |
| 2006 | modern | 84 | #30,665 |
| 2007 | modern | 81 | #31,408 |
| 2008 | modern | 76 | #32,279 |
| 2009 | modern | 76 | #32,635 |
| 2010 | modern | 76 | #33,009 |
| 2011 | modern | 82 | #32,449 |
| 2012 | modern | 78 | #33,044 |
| 2013 | modern | 80 | #33,058 |
| 2014 | modern | 82 | #32,992 |
| 2015 | modern | 82 | #32,911 |
| 2016 | modern | 79 | #33,100 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Fittleton with Hacklestone, London parishes, St Dunstan Stepney and St Anne Limehouse. 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 | Fittleton with Hacklestone | Wiltshire |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | St Dunstan Stepney | London (East Districts) |
| 5 | St Anne Limehouse | London (East Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Druitt 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 Druitt, 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 Druitt surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Druitt 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, Druitt 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 Druitt is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Druitt, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Druitt has its origins in England, emerging from the medieval periods. It is derived from the Old English word drēogan, which means "to endure, suffer," combined with the suffix -et, indicative of a diminutive or pet form. This suggests that the original bearer of the surname might have been someone known for their tenacity or endurance.
The surname Druitt first appeared in historical records in the late medieval period. It is documented in various forms in old manuscripts and records. One of the earliest references to the name can be traced back to the 13th century, and the spelling variations included Druett and Druit.
A significant early reference to the surname Druitt can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where individuals with similar spellings such as Drogo were listed, indicating a potential Norman influence upon this surname's etymology and routes of dissemination. The French word droiturier, meaning right or just, might also have contributed to the name during the Norman period.
One notable individual bearing the surname Druitt was Montague John Druitt, born in 1857 and deceased in 1888. He was a schoolteacher and barrister, infamously suspected of being Jack the Ripper, though this claim remains highly disputed among scholars and historians. Another eminent figure was Robert Druitt, an English physician born in 1814 and deceased in 1883, known for his significant contributions to medical literature, particularly his work "The Surgeon’s Vade-Mecum."
Further historical records point to Reverend George Druitt, born in the 18th century, who is known for his migration to Australia and subsequent contributions to its early colonial society. His son, Major George Druitt, born in 1775 and deceased in 1842, is recognized for his work in the establishment and development of early Sydney.
In the 19th century, the surname also appears prominently within legal documents and military records, indicating the spread and establishment of the name across various professional fields. Another individual of note during this period was Professor James Druitt, an academic figure known for his scholarly works in the humanities.
The surname Druitt, while not exceedingly common, has a rich tapestry of historical references. It reflects a lineage of resilience and accomplishment, spanning from medieval England to modern historical records. The variations in spelling and references across documents indicate its wide applicability and adaptation across centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Druitt 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. Middlesex leads with 67 Druitts recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.84x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 67 | 4.84x |
| Surrey | 24 | 3.56x |
| Hampshire | 20 | 7.05x |
| Dorset | 9 | 9.90x |
| Kent | 9 | 1.90x |
| Wiltshire | 5 | 4.08x |
| Glamorgan | 4 | 1.66x |
| Hertfordshire | 2 | 2.09x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.37x |
| Monmouthshire | 1 | 1.00x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Mile End Old Town London in Middlesex leads with 25 Druitts recorded in 1881 and an index of 84.80x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Mile End Old Town London | 25 | 84.80x |
| Camberwell | 14 | 15.82x |
| Chelsea London | 10 | 23.96x |
| Christchurch | 8 | 129.87x |
| Limehouse London | 8 | 52.63x |
| Wimborne Minster | 8 | 544.22x |
| Plumstead | 7 | 44.44x |
| Stockbridge | 7 | 1707.32x |
| Kensington London | 6 | 7.79x |
| Lambeth | 6 | 4.97x |
| Chute | 5 | 2500.00x |
| St Martin In Fields | 5 | 60.31x |
| Ystradyfodwg | 4 | 18.91x |
| Bow London | 3 | 17.02x |
| Bromley London | 3 | 9.85x |
| Hammersmith London | 3 | 8.79x |
| Holdenhurst | 3 | 40.27x |
| Mortlake | 3 | 99.67x |
| Watford | 2 | 27.03x |
| Canterbury St Mary | 1 | 31.55x |
| Fulham London | 1 | 4.98x |
| Hougham | 1 | 35.59x |
| Leyton Low | 1 | 17.99x |
| Newington | 1 | 1.95x |
| Newport | 1 | 20.92x |
| Parkstone | 1 | 94.34x |
| Ringwood | 1 | 54.95x |
| Southampton All Sts | 1 | 20.53x |
| St George Hanover Square | 1 | 4.10x |
| St James Garlickhithe | 1 | 909.09x |
| Westminster St Margaret | 1 | 14.97x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Druitt surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Mary | 7 |
| Emma | 4 |
| Caroline | 3 |
| Edith | 3 |
| Eliza | 3 |
| Elizabeth | 3 |
| Emily | 3 |
| Julia | 3 |
| Sarah | 3 |
| Alice | 2 |
| Annie | 2 |
| Augusta | 2 |
| Ethel | 2 |
| Jane | 2 |
| Margaret | 2 |
| Matilda | 2 |
| Minnie | 2 |
| Rosa | 2 |
| Sophia | 2 |
| Ada | 1 |
| Agnes | 1 |
| Amy | 1 |
| Anne | 1 |
| Barbara | 1 |
| Celia | 1 |
| Charlotte | 1 |
| Christina | 1 |
| Clara | 1 |
| Ellen | 1 |
| Ellenor | 1 |
| Ency | 1 |
| Georgiana | 1 |
| Gertrude | 1 |
| Helen | 1 |
| Kathleen | 1 |
| Lilian | 1 |
| Louisa | 1 |
| Mabel | 1 |
| Martha | 1 |
| Maud | 1 |
| Rosina | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Druitt 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 Druitt households.
FAQ
In 1881, 142 people were recorded with the Druitt surname. That placed it at #16,012 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 79 in 2016. That gives Druitt a modern rank of #33,100.
An English surname derived from the Old French "druitt", meaning "straight" or "upright".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Druitt 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.