UK surname
From the eagle's town or settlement.
In the 1881 census there were 75 people recorded with the Eagleston surname, ranking it #22,893 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 2, ranked #38,825, down from #22,893 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Haddon, West, Greenwich and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Eagleston is 105 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 97.3%.
1881 census count
75
Ranked #22,893
Modern count
2
2016, ranked #38,825
Peak year
1861
105 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Eagleston surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Eagleston surname density by area, 1861 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 | 49 | #24,448 |
| 1861 | historical | 105 | #20,298 |
| 1881 | historical | 75 | #22,893 |
| 1891 | historical | 66 | #28,541 |
| 1901 | historical | 58 | #27,724 |
| 1911 | historical | 51 | #27,708 |
| 1997 | modern | 6 | #37,704 |
| 1998 | modern | 8 | #37,334 |
| 1999 | modern | 5 | #37,872 |
| 2000 | modern | 5 | #37,823 |
| 2001 | modern | 5 | #37,652 |
| 2002 | modern | 5 | #37,723 |
| 2003 | modern | 4 | #37,951 |
| 2004 | modern | 4 | #38,013 |
| 2005 | modern | 2 | #38,532 |
| 2006 | modern | 3 | #38,334 |
| 2007 | modern | 2 | #38,617 |
| 2008 | modern | 2 | #38,673 |
| 2009 | modern | 2 | #38,725 |
| 2010 | modern | 2 | #38,775 |
| 2011 | modern | 3 | #38,546 |
| 2012 | modern | 4 | #38,335 |
| 2013 | modern | 3 | #38,526 |
| 2014 | modern | 3 | #38,552 |
| 2015 | modern | 2 | #38,793 |
| 2016 | modern | 2 | #38,825 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Haddon, West, Greenwich, London parishes and Cowley, Iffley (Nuneham Courtney, Berkshire, including Littlemoor Liberty), St Clement. 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 | Haddon, West | Northamptonshire |
| 2 | Greenwich | London (South Districts) |
| 3 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Cowley, Iffley (Nuneham Courtney, Berkshire, including Littlemoor Liberty), St Clement | Oxfordshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Eagleston 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 Eagleston, 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 Eagleston surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Eagleston 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, Eagleston 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 Eagleston is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Eagleston, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Eagleston is of English origin and can be traced back to the medieval period. It is derived from a place name that refers to a settlement or homestead near an eagle's nest. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "earne" and "tun," which translate to "eagle" and "enclosure" or "settlement," respectively.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is listed as "Ernestune." This entry suggests that the name was already in use during the 11th century, likely referring to a specific location where eagles were known to nest.
In the 13th century, the name appears in various spellings, such as "Erneston" and "Ernestun," further indicating its evolution from the original Old English form. During this period, the name was primarily concentrated in the counties of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, where many bearers of the name resided.
One notable bearer of the surname was Sir William Eagleston (1542-1618), a prominent landowner and member of the English gentry. He served as a High Sheriff of Worcestershire and played a role in local politics during the Elizabethan era.
Another individual of note was John Eagleston (1678-1742), an English clergyman and author who published several theological works. He served as the Rector of St. Mary's Church in Warwickshire and was known for his scholarly pursuits.
In the 18th century, the Eagleston family gained prominence in the town of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. William Eagleston (1725-1798) was a successful merchant and landowner who contributed significantly to the town's development.
The 19th century saw the emergence of Emily Eagleston (1823-1892), a renowned artist and portrait painter. Her works were exhibited at the Royal Academy and gained widespread acclaim during her lifetime.
Records also indicate that in the early 20th century, a branch of the Eagleston family had settled in the United States, where they continued to use the surname. One notable American bearer was Robert Eagleston (1891-1964), a prominent lawyer and civil rights activist who advocated for racial equality and social justice.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Eagleston 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. Oxfordshire leads with 20 Eaglestons recorded in 1881 and an index of 44.28x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Oxfordshire | 20 | 44.28x |
| Kent | 12 | 4.81x |
| Middlesex | 11 | 1.50x |
| Northamptonshire | 9 | 13.08x |
| Warwickshire | 5 | 2.71x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 1.69x |
| Lancashire | 4 | 0.46x |
| Yorkshire | 4 | 0.55x |
| Norfolk | 2 | 1.78x |
| Buckinghamshire | 1 | 2.26x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.69x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.28x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.81x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Oxford St Clement in Oxfordshire leads with 15 Eaglestons recorded in 1881 and an index of 1315.79x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford St Clement | 15 | 1315.79x |
| West Haddon | 9 | 4090.91x |
| St Pancras London | 8 | 13.59x |
| Greenwich | 7 | 60.09x |
| Glasgow | 4 | 9.52x |
| St Mary Cray | 4 | 833.33x |
| Oxford St Giles | 3 | 138.89x |
| Rotherham | 3 | 73.35x |
| Barton Upon Irwell | 2 | 30.63x |
| Birmingham | 2 | 3.25x |
| Cranford | 2 | 1538.46x |
| Sowe | 2 | 606.06x |
| Upwell | 2 | 384.62x |
| Wavertree | 2 | 71.94x |
| Bierton With Broughton | 1 | 500.00x |
| Brighton | 1 | 4.02x |
| Clifton On Dunsmore | 1 | 666.67x |
| Farningham | 1 | 454.55x |
| Great Ayton | 1 | 227.27x |
| Oxford St Michael | 1 | 526.32x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 3.72x |
| Rotherhithe | 1 | 11.06x |
| Tadmarton | 1 | 1111.11x |
| West Ham | 1 | 3.14x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Eagleston 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 Eagleston 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 Eagleston households.
FAQ
In 1881, 75 people were recorded with the Eagleston surname. That placed it at #22,893 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 2 in 2016. That gives Eagleston a modern rank of #38,825.
From the eagle's town or settlement.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Eagleston 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.