UK surname
A Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic druim meaning "ridge" or "hill."
In the 1881 census there were 129 people recorded with the Drumond surname, ranking it #17,013 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 23, ranked #36,457, down from #17,013 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Rutherglen, Govan Combination and Edinburgh. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Drumond is 275 in 1851. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 82.2%.
1881 census count
129
Ranked #17,013
Modern count
23
2016, ranked #36,457
Peak year
1851
275 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Drumond surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Drumond 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 | 275 | #8,150 |
| 1861 | historical | 235 | #10,427 |
| 1881 | historical | 129 | #17,013 |
| 1891 | historical | 112 | #22,291 |
| 1901 | historical | 82 | #25,019 |
| 1911 | historical | 20 | #31,288 |
| 1997 | modern | 18 | #36,053 |
| 1998 | modern | 20 | #35,885 |
| 1999 | modern | 21 | #35,810 |
| 2000 | modern | 13 | #36,635 |
| 2001 | modern | 11 | #36,727 |
| 2002 | modern | 10 | #36,902 |
| 2003 | modern | 9 | #37,101 |
| 2004 | modern | 11 | #36,969 |
| 2005 | modern | 11 | #37,065 |
| 2006 | modern | 12 | #37,014 |
| 2007 | modern | 14 | #36,886 |
| 2008 | modern | 14 | #36,950 |
| 2009 | modern | 21 | #36,470 |
| 2010 | modern | 24 | #36,341 |
| 2011 | modern | 22 | #36,430 |
| 2012 | modern | 18 | #36,723 |
| 2013 | modern | 17 | #36,857 |
| 2014 | modern | 18 | #36,811 |
| 2015 | modern | 20 | #36,653 |
| 2016 | modern | 23 | #36,457 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Rutherglen, Govan Combination, Edinburgh, Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry and Perth. 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 | Rutherglen | Lanark |
| 2 | Govan Combination | Lanark |
| 3 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 4 | Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry | Forfar |
| 5 | Perth | Perth |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Drumond 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 Drumond, 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 Drumond surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Drumond 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, Drumond 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 Drumond is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Drumond, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Drumond is of Scottish origin, tracing its roots back to the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic words "drom" meaning "ridge" and "moine" meaning "moss" or "peat moss." This suggests that the name was initially associated with a geographical location characterized by a ridge near a peat bog.
The earliest recorded instances of the name appear in various Scottish charters and records from the 12th and 13th centuries, often spelled as "Drummond" or "Drumond." One notable mention is found in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, a collection of acts of homage to King Edward I of England, where several individuals with the surname Drumond are listed.
In the 14th century, the Drummond family rose to prominence in Scotland, becoming one of the most influential noble families in the country. Sir John Drummond, born around 1300, was a renowned soldier and statesman who played a significant role in the Scottish Wars of Independence against England.
The Drummonds were closely associated with the royal house of Scotland, and several members held prominent positions throughout history. One of the most notable figures was Annabella Drummond, who married Robert III of Scotland in 1367 and became Queen Consort of Scotland.
Another prominent individual with the surname Drumond was William Drummond of Hawthornden, a Scottish poet and philosopher born in 1585. He is considered one of the most significant poets of the Scottish Renaissance and is renowned for his works such as "Forth Feasting" and "The Cypress Grove."
In the 18th century, George Drummond, born in 1688, was a Scottish banker and politician who founded the prestigious banking firm Drummond's Bank in London. This bank played a crucial role in financing the British government during the Napoleonic Wars.
The surname Drumond has also been linked to various place names throughout Scotland, such as Drummond Castle in Perthshire, which served as the ancestral seat of the Drummond family for centuries.
While the Drumond surname has a rich history and has been associated with notable figures over the centuries, it is important to note that this information is based on historical records and may not accurately reflect the current distribution or prevalence of the name worldwide.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Drumond 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. Lanarkshire leads with 18 Drumonds recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.39x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lanarkshire | 18 | 4.39x |
| Perthshire | 17 | 29.87x |
| Midlothian | 14 | 8.24x |
| Stirlingshire | 13 | 27.80x |
| Dunbartonshire | 12 | 35.22x |
| Durham | 10 | 2.65x |
| Middlesex | 7 | 0.55x |
| Lancashire | 4 | 0.27x |
| Warwickshire | 4 | 1.25x |
| Angus | 3 | 2.55x |
| Ayrshire | 3 | 3.16x |
| Renfrewshire | 3 | 3.05x |
| Staffordshire | 3 | 0.70x |
| Aberdeenshire | 2 | 1.70x |
| Dumfriesshire | 2 | 7.14x |
| Essex | 2 | 0.80x |
| Glamorgan | 2 | 0.91x |
| Northumberland | 2 | 1.06x |
| West Lothian | 2 | 10.48x |
| Banffshire | 1 | 3.80x |
| Channel Islands | 1 | 2.66x |
| Cornwall | 1 | 0.70x |
| Fife | 1 | 1.33x |
| Inverness-shire | 1 | 2.64x |
| Kincardineshire | 1 | 6.48x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.08x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Denny in Stirlingshire leads with 10 Drumonds recorded in 1881 and an index of 401.61x.
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Drumond 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 Drumond 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 Drumond households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 2 |
| Bag Maker | 1 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Capt Royal Navy | 1 |
| Clerk & Book Keeper | 1 |
| Cotton Rover Unemployed | 1 |
| Dock Labour | 1 |
| Engine Man Driver | 1 |
| Furnaceman (Ship Bld) | 1 |
| Furnance Man (Iron) | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Serv Domestic | 1 |
| Gun Action Fitter | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Joiner | 1 |
| Mariner | 1 |
| Millers Servant Domestic (Dom) | 1 |
| Moulder (Art) | 1 |
| Pin Solderer | 1 |
| Pupil | 1 |
| School | 1 |
| Ship Fitter | 1 |
| Shipwright | 1 |
| Thick Coal Miner | 1 |
| Widow Of Shepherd | 1 |
| Wife | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 129 people were recorded with the Drumond surname. That placed it at #17,013 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 23 in 2016. That gives Drumond a modern rank of #36,457.
A Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic druim meaning "ridge" or "hill."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Drumond 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.