UK surname
Possibly a locational surname derived from a place name containing "End" or "Son."
In the 1881 census there were 75 people recorded with the Enderson surname, ranking it #22,893 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 80, ranked #33,030, down from #22,893 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Erith, London parishes and Willesden. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Enderson is 111 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 6.7%.
1881 census count
75
Ranked #22,893
Modern count
80
2016, ranked #33,030
Peak year
1901
111 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Enderson surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Enderson surname density by area, 1901 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 | 51 | #24,096 |
| 1861 | historical | 83 | #23,189 |
| 1881 | historical | 75 | #22,893 |
| 1891 | historical | 101 | #23,870 |
| 1901 | historical | 111 | #21,492 |
| 1911 | historical | 98 | #22,959 |
| 1997 | modern | 82 | #29,325 |
| 1998 | modern | 76 | #30,386 |
| 1999 | modern | 76 | #30,546 |
| 2000 | modern | 76 | #30,578 |
| 2001 | modern | 80 | #29,945 |
| 2002 | modern | 76 | #30,830 |
| 2003 | modern | 79 | #30,549 |
| 2004 | modern | 85 | #30,132 |
| 2005 | modern | 89 | #29,683 |
| 2006 | modern | 87 | #30,292 |
| 2007 | modern | 81 | #31,408 |
| 2008 | modern | 82 | #31,597 |
| 2009 | modern | 87 | #31,489 |
| 2010 | modern | 92 | #31,366 |
| 2011 | modern | 84 | #32,237 |
| 2012 | modern | 91 | #31,659 |
| 2013 | modern | 89 | #32,248 |
| 2014 | modern | 84 | #32,823 |
| 2015 | modern | 82 | #32,911 |
| 2016 | modern | 80 | #33,030 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Erith, London parishes, Willesden, Paddington and Buckland-near-Dover. 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 | Erith | Kent |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | Willesden | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 4 | Paddington | London (West Districts) |
| 5 | Buckland-near-Dover | Kent |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Enderson 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 Enderson, 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 Enderson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Enderson 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, Enderson 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 Enderson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Enderson, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Enderson has its origins in England, dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "enden" and "sunu," meaning "the son of the ender or finisher." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive surname to someone who worked as a finisher or end-maker in a trade or craft.
The earliest known record of the Enderson name appears in the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire in 1273, where it is listed as "Endersone." This indicates that the name was present in the Bedfordshire area during the medieval period.
In the 14th century, the Enderson surname is mentioned in various tax records and court rolls in the counties of Hertfordshire and Essex. The variant spelling "Endersun" can be found in these documents, reflecting the evolving nature of surnames during that time.
One notable historical figure bearing the Enderson name was Sir John Enderson (c. 1440-1502), a wealthy merchant and landowner from Kent. He served as a Member of Parliament for Canterbury in 1472 and was knighted for his services to the Crown.
Another individual of note was Robert Enderson (1566-1628), a English clergyman and author who wrote several religious texts, including "A Treatise on Christian Devotion" published in 1612.
In the late 16th century, the Enderson family established themselves in the village of Enderson's Green, located in the parish of Hales Owen, Worcestershire. This place name is likely derived from the surname itself, suggesting that the family had a significant presence in the area.
During the 17th century, the Enderson surname is recorded in the parish registers of various English counties, including Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, and Oxfordshire. One notable individual from this period was William Enderson (1620-1687), a merchant and landowner from Bristol.
By the 18th century, the Enderson name had spread to other parts of the British Isles, including Scotland and Ireland. One notable Scottish bearer of the name was Alexander Enderson (1724-1799), a prominent lawyer and judge who served as Lord Advocate of Scotland from 1783 to 1786.
In the 19th century, the Enderson surname continued to be present across various regions of England, with individuals such as John Enderson (1815-1887), a successful industrialist and factory owner from Manchester.
Throughout its history, the Enderson surname has maintained a presence in various parts of England and the British Isles, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and occupations of those who have carried this name over the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Enderson 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. Kent leads with 25 Endersons recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.02x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Kent | 25 | 10.02x |
| Devon | 18 | 11.82x |
| Middlesex | 15 | 2.05x |
| Lancashire | 5 | 0.58x |
| Dorset | 4 | 8.33x |
| Surrey | 2 | 0.56x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.46x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.69x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 0.86x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 0.92x |
| Somerset | 1 | 0.85x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.54x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Colebrooke in Devon leads with 16 Endersons recorded in 1881 and an index of 8888.89x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Colebrooke | 16 | 8888.89x |
| Paddington London | 8 | 29.74x |
| Buckland In Dover | 6 | 722.89x |
| Erith | 6 | 243.90x |
| Milton In Gravesend | 5 | 133.69x |
| Oswaldtwistle | 5 | 162.87x |
| Dartford | 4 | 156.86x |
| Wyke Regis | 3 | 434.78x |
| Bow | 2 | 1000.00x |
| Chelsea London | 2 | 9.07x |
| Folkestone | 2 | 41.32x |
| Kensington London | 2 | 4.92x |
| Bermondsey | 1 | 4.59x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 1.63x |
| Burham | 1 | 294.12x |
| Cattistock | 1 | 769.23x |
| Charlton Next Woolwich | 1 | 38.46x |
| Holbeach | 1 | 76.92x |
| Islington London | 1 | 1.41x |
| Kingston On Thames | 1 | 11.68x |
| North Shields | 1 | 46.08x |
| Portishead | 1 | 113.64x |
| Stockton On Tees | 1 | 9.53x |
| Wanstead | 1 | 39.53x |
| Westminster St James | 1 | 13.30x |
| Willesden | 1 | 14.49x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Enderson 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 Enderson 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 Enderson households.
FAQ
In 1881, 75 people were recorded with the Enderson surname. That placed it at #22,893 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 80 in 2016. That gives Enderson a modern rank of #33,030.
Possibly a locational surname derived from a place name containing "End" or "Son."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Enderson 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.