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UK surname

Dutoit

French surname meaning 'from the it' or 'from the it house'.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Dutoit surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 414, ranked #11,574, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Southwark, Waltham Forest and Trinity.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Dutoit is 414 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 41300.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

414

2016, ranked #11,574

Peak year

2016

414 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • Dutoit had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 414 in 2016, ranked #11,574.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 7 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Dutoit surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Dutoit surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Dutoit 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 1 #33,412
1861 historical 1 #34,435
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 2 #34,436
1901 historical 7 #33,435
1911 historical 2 #34,020
1997 modern 66 #31,038
1998 modern 98 #27,923
1999 modern 129 #23,907
2000 modern 156 #21,235
2001 modern 155 #21,047
2002 modern 214 #17,545
2003 modern 219 #17,085
2004 modern 246 #15,854
2005 modern 281 #14,411
2006 modern 323 #13,205
2007 modern 344 #12,743
2008 modern 358 #12,485
2009 modern 373 #12,364
2010 modern 402 #11,949
2011 modern 378 #12,363
2012 modern 396 #11,807
2013 modern 399 #11,944
2014 modern 392 #12,192
2015 modern 402 #11,861
2016 modern 414 #11,574

Geography

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Where Dutoits 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 Southwark, Waltham Forest, Trinity, Merton and Wandsworth. 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 Southwark 001 Southwark
2 Waltham Forest 025 Waltham Forest
3 Trinity City of Edinburgh
4 Merton 006 Merton
5 Wandsworth 010 Wandsworth

Forenames

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First names often paired with Dutoit

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Dutoit

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Dutoit surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Dutoit household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Dutoit is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Dutoit is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

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

Dutoit falls in decile 10 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Dutoit is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

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

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Dutoit

The surname Dutoit originated in France during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French phrase "du toit," which translates to "of the roof" or "from the roof." This name was likely given to someone who lived in a particularly distinctive or well-known house or building.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dutoit can be found in the Doomsday Book of 1086, where it appears as "de Toyt." This record suggests that the name was already in use during the 11th century in Normandy.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Pierre Dutoit was a prominent merchant and landowner in the region of Burgundy. He is mentioned in several historical records from that time period.

During the 16th century, the Dutoit family established themselves as influential nobles in the Champagne region of France. Jacques Dutoit (1532-1612) was a renowned military leader who served under King Henry IV.

As the centuries passed, the Dutoit name spread to other parts of Europe. In the late 18th century, Jean-Louis Dutoit (1748-1823) was a Swiss philosopher and writer who made significant contributions to the Enlightenment movement.

In the 19th century, the name gained prominence in the world of classical music. Charles Dutoit (1836-1924) was a renowned French composer and conductor who was widely celebrated for his operas and symphonic works.

Another noteworthy individual with the surname Dutoit was Marie Dutoit (1876-1959), a French feminist and activist who played a crucial role in the women's suffrage movement in France.

Over time, variations of the name emerged, such as Dutoit-Dufort and Dutoit-Laval, reflecting the influence of different regions and local dialects.

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FAQ

Dutoit surname: questions and answers

How common was the Dutoit surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Dutoit surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Dutoit surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 414 in 2016. That gives Dutoit a modern rank of #11,574.

What does the Dutoit surname mean?

French surname meaning 'from the it' or 'from the it house'.

What does the Dutoit map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Dutoit 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.