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UK surname

Dukelow

A locational surname derived from a place name meaning "hill by the duke's land".

In the 1881 census there were 10 people recorded with the Dukelow surname, ranking it #32,243 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 96, ranked #31,684, up from #32,243 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Havering, Howe of Alford and Ceredigion.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Dukelow is 113 in 2002. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 860.0%.

1881 census count

10

Ranked #32,243

Modern count

96

2016, ranked #31,684

Peak year

2002

113 bearers

Map years

1

1998 to 1998

Key insights

  • Dukelow had 10 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,243 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 96 in 2016, ranked #31,684.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 44 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living.

Dukelow surname distribution map

The map shows where the Dukelow surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Dukelow surname density by area, 1998 modern.

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Timeline

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Dukelow over time

The 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 2 #33,133
1861 historical 4 #33,628
1881 historical 10 #32,243
1891 historical 16 #32,868
1901 historical 30 #30,724
1911 historical 44 #28,454
1997 modern 102 #26,638
1998 modern 100 #27,619
1999 modern 105 #27,035
2000 modern 106 #26,848
2001 modern 101 #27,252
2002 modern 113 #26,024
2003 modern 98 #28,046
2004 modern 101 #27,813
2005 modern 94 #28,973
2006 modern 93 #29,411
2007 modern 95 #29,493
2008 modern 95 #29,822
2009 modern 98 #29,906
2010 modern 102 #29,930
2011 modern 102 #29,759
2012 modern 103 #29,733
2013 modern 97 #31,239
2014 modern 103 #30,539
2015 modern 94 #31,872
2016 modern 96 #31,684

Geography

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Where Dukelows are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Havering, Howe of Alford, Ceredigion and Tendring. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Havering 025 Havering
2 Howe of Alford Aberdeenshire
3 Havering 018 Havering
4 Ceredigion 011 Ceredigion
5 Tendring 009 Tendring

Forenames

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First names often paired with Dukelow

These lists show first names that appear often with the Dukelow surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Dukelow

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Dukelow, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living

Nationally, the Dukelow surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Dukelow household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Families with resident dependent children (but not students) are common. Established family groups and White ethnicity predominate, as do individuals born in the UK. They are more likely than the Supergroup average to have been resident in their terraced, semi-detached, or detached houses for more than one year. Levels of multiple car ownership are high. Properties are owned and typically have surplus living space. Associate professionals and administrative occupations are prevalent, and parents are likely to be in middle age or approaching retirement. Educational attainment is above the Supergroup average. Scattered developments and concentrations are found in many small towns.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

London Fringe

Within London, Dukelow is most associated with areas classed as London Fringe, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Predominantly located in neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Greater London, residents of these neighbourhoods typically have their highest qualifications below degree (Level 4) level, with those still in work engaged in skilled trades and occupations in distribution, hotels and restaurants. There is low ethnic diversity in these neighbourhoods and high levels of Christian religious affiliation. Detached or terraced houses predominate, often with spare rooms.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Dukelow is most concentrated in decile 7 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname near the middle of the scale.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Dukelow falls in decile 9 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

9
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Dukelow is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

This describes the area pattern most associated with Dukelow, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Dukelow

The surname DUKELOW originated in England, deriving its roots from the Anglo-Saxon era. It is believed to have originated from a place name, referring to someone who resided near a ducal meadow or pasture. The earliest recorded spelling of the name dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was listed as "de Dukalowe."

During the Middle Ages, the name was primarily concentrated in the counties of Shropshire and Staffordshire. Several variations of the spelling emerged, including Dukelow, Dukelawe, and Dukelough. These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the inconsistent nature of spelling in medieval times.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Sir Robert Dukelow, a knight who fought alongside King Edward III in the Battle of Crécy during the Hundred Years' War in 1346. Another notable figure was John Dukelow, a merchant in the city of London, who was mentioned in the city's guild records in the late 15th century.

In the 16th century, the name appeared in the parish records of Eccleshall, Staffordshire, where a William Dukelow was christened in 1542. During this period, the spelling had largely solidified to the modern form of "DUKELOW."

The DUKELOW name can also be traced to the village of Dukelow, located in the county of Cheshire. This place name likely originated from the Old English words "duc" (meaning "duck") and "hlaw" (meaning "hill"), suggesting that the area was known for the presence of ducks on a nearby hill or mound.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname DUKELOW have achieved notable accomplishments. One such figure was Thomas Dukelow, a renowned clockmaker in the 18th century, who was born in 1707 and passed away in 1782. His intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the aristocracy of the time.

Another notable bearer of the name was John Dukelow, a renowned architect who lived from 1819 to 1891. He was responsible for designing several iconic buildings in London, including the Royal Opera House and the National Gallery extension.

In the literary world, Elizabeth Dukelow (1851-1923) was a celebrated poet and author, best known for her collection of poems titled "Echoes of Nature," which celebrated the beauty of the English countryside.

The DUKELOW surname has a rich history spanning centuries, with its origins rooted in the rural landscapes of England. While the name has evolved over time, it continues to hold a significant place in English genealogy and cultural heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Dukelow families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Dukelow surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Hampshire leads with 4 Dukelows recorded in 1881 and an index of 20.06x.

County Total Index
Hampshire 4 20.06x
Middlesex 3 3.08x
Monmouthshire 3 42.67x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Farnborough in Hampshire leads with 4 Dukelows recorded in 1881 and an index of 1904.76x.

Place Total Index
Farnborough 4 1904.76x
Newport 3 882.35x
Poplar London 3 163.04x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Dukelow surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Alma 1
Honora 1
Mary 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Dukelow surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
John 3
James 1
Richard 1
Thomas 1
Thos. 1

Top occupations

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 Dukelow households.

FAQ

Dukelow surname: questions and answers

How common was the Dukelow surname in 1881?

In 1881, 10 people were recorded with the Dukelow surname. That placed it at #32,243 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Dukelow surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 96 in 2016. That gives Dukelow a modern rank of #31,684.

What does the Dukelow surname mean?

A locational surname derived from a place name meaning "hill by the duke's land".

What does the Dukelow map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Dukelow bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.