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UK surname

Eno

A surname from an Italian place name, possibly related to the wine region of the same name.

In the 1881 census there were 94 people recorded with the Eno surname, ranking it #20,467 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 112, ranked #28,844, down from #20,467 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Coningsby, Haven Bank, Langrick Ferry, High and Low Toynton (incl. High and Low Toynton allotments),, Boston (incl. Boston allotments) and Leake. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cheshire East, Stockport and Cornwall.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Eno is 119 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 19.1%.

1881 census count

94

Ranked #20,467

Modern count

112

2016, ranked #28,844

Peak year

1901

119 bearers

Map years

3

1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Eno had 94 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #20,467 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 112 in 2016, ranked #28,844.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 119 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Eno surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Eno surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Eno 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 102 #16,933
1881 historical 94 #20,467
1901 historical 119 #20,624
1997 modern 85 #28,988
1998 modern 80 #29,966
1999 modern 87 #29,398
2000 modern 77 #30,486
2001 modern 80 #29,945
2002 modern 86 #29,771
2003 modern 86 #29,752
2004 modern 94 #28,896
2005 modern 86 #30,094
2006 modern 81 #31,044
2007 modern 80 #31,527
2008 modern 82 #31,597
2009 modern 82 #32,048
2010 modern 97 #30,697
2011 modern 88 #31,801
2012 modern 83 #32,611
2013 modern 96 #31,381
2014 modern 109 #29,452
2015 modern 106 #29,895
2016 modern 112 #28,844

Geography

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Where Enos are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Coningsby, Haven Bank, Langrick Ferry, High and Low Toynton (incl. High and Low Toynton allotments),, Boston (incl. Boston allotments), Leake, Woolverton and Manchester. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Cheshire East, Stockport, Cornwall, Solihull and Suffolk Coastal. 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 Coningsby, Haven Bank, Langrick Ferry, High and Low Toynton (incl. High and Low Toynton allotments), Lincolnshire
2 Boston (incl. Boston allotments) Lincolnshire
3 Leake Lincolnshire
4 Woolverton Northamptonshire
5 Manchester Lancashire

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Cheshire East 050 Cheshire East
2 Stockport 003 Stockport
3 Cornwall 006 Cornwall
4 Solihull 026 Solihull
5 Suffolk Coastal 008 Suffolk Coastal

Forenames

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First names often paired with Eno

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Eno

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Eno, 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 Eno surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Eno 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

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Eno is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Pockets, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. 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

Found in pockets across London, residents are less likely to live in private sector rentals and fewer adults are students. Fewer individuals work in transport and communications occupations relative to the Supergroup average. More individuals identify as Black and were born in Africa.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Eno 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

Eno falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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 Eno is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 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
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Eno

The surname ENO is of Old English origin, derived from the Old English word "enu", meaning "lamb". It first emerged in the county of Kent, England, during the Anglo-Saxon period of the 5th to 11th centuries.

The name was initially used as a nickname or descriptive name, likely referring to someone who tended or herded lambs. Over time, it evolved into a hereditary surname, being passed down from generation to generation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Eno" in the county of Kent. This historical document, commissioned by William the Conqueror, provides valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of surnames in medieval England.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various spellings, such as "Enno" and "Ennow", reflecting the variations in pronunciation and record-keeping practices of that era. The earliest known bearer of the name was William Eno, who was recorded in the Pipe Rolls of Suffolk in 1203.

Notable historical figures with the surname Eno include:

1. John Eno (c. 1520-1585), an English composer and organist during the Renaissance period. 2. Ralph Eno (1628-1703), one of the first settlers of Windsor, Connecticut, in the American colonies. 3. James Eno (1765-1837), a prominent businessman and real estate developer in New York City, known for establishing the Eno Hotel and several other properties. 4. William Phelps Eno (1858-1945), an American pioneer in the field of traffic safety and road engineering, credited with inventing the stop sign and traffic circle. 5. Brian Eno (born 1948), an influential British musician, composer, record producer, and visual artist, known for his pioneering work in ambient music and his collaborations with artists like David Bowie and U2.

The name Eno has also been associated with various place names, such as Enosburg, a town in Vermont, named after the Eno family who were among the early settlers in the area.

Throughout its history, the surname Eno has maintained its presence across various regions, particularly in England and North America, where it has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.

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1881 census detail

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Eno families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Eno 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. Lincolnshire leads with 38 Enos recorded in 1881 and an index of 25.38x.

County Total Index
Lincolnshire 38 25.38x
Yorkshire 18 1.94x
Durham 13 4.67x
Somerset 9 5.97x
Lancashire 4 0.36x
Middlesex 4 0.43x
Suffolk 4 3.51x
Buckinghamshire 2 3.53x
Midlothian 2 1.59x
Nottinghamshire 2 1.58x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Boston in Lincolnshire leads with 12 Enos recorded in 1881 and an index of 264.32x.

Place Total Index
Boston 12 264.32x
Bradford 8 35.62x
Leake 8 1159.42x
Westoe 8 50.67x
Middlesbrough 6 49.67x
South Shields 5 201.61x
West Buckland 5 1724.14x
Woodbridge 4 273.97x
Chorlton On Medlock 3 17.00x
Coningsby 3 697.67x
Hunslet 3 20.73x
Taunton St Mary 3 108.30x
Butterwick 2 1176.47x
Clarborough 2 212.77x
Edinburgh St Cuthberts 2 3.96x
Kirton 2 333.33x
Shoreditch London 2 4.93x
Spilsby 2 416.67x
Wolverton 2 170.94x
Woolsthorpe 2 1052.63x
Acton 1 18.21x
Brightside Bierlow 1 5.49x
Great Grimsby 1 10.53x
Langriville 1 909.09x
Paddington London 1 2.90x
Sibsey 1 294.12x
Spalding 1 33.67x
St John Lincoln 1 625.00x
Stickford 1 625.00x
Sutton St Mary 1 70.42x
Taunton St James 1 45.45x
West Derby 1 3.08x

Top female names

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

Top male names

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

Name Count
John 8
Robert 5
William 4
Henry 3
Walter 3
George 2
Hildred 2
Jonathon 2
Albert 1
Alfred 1
Arthur 1
Chas. 1
Cornelius 1
Edward 1
Harry 1
Isaac 1
James 1
Laythorpe 1
Robt. 1

FAQ

Eno surname: questions and answers

How common was the Eno surname in 1881?

In 1881, 94 people were recorded with the Eno surname. That placed it at #20,467 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Eno surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 112 in 2016. That gives Eno a modern rank of #28,844.

What does the Eno surname mean?

A surname from an Italian place name, possibly related to the wine region of the same name.

What does the Eno map show?

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