UK surname
A locational surname derived from a distant or far-off land.
In the 1881 census there were 20 people recorded with the Farland surname, ranking it #30,738 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 7, ranked #37,967, down from #30,738 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bedminster, Guildford Holy Trinity, Stoke d'Abernon and Manchester. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Farland is 134 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 65.0%.
1881 census count
20
Ranked #30,738
Modern count
7
2016, ranked #37,967
Peak year
1861
134 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Farland surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Farland 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 | 35 | #27,037 |
| 1861 | historical | 134 | #16,754 |
| 1881 | historical | 20 | #30,738 |
| 1891 | historical | 76 | #27,290 |
| 1901 | historical | 20 | #31,803 |
| 1911 | historical | 11 | #32,463 |
| 1997 | modern | 2 | #38,557 |
| 1998 | modern | 5 | #37,861 |
| 1999 | modern | 5 | #37,872 |
| 2000 | modern | 8 | #37,264 |
| 2001 | modern | 8 | #37,124 |
| 2002 | modern | 12 | #36,679 |
| 2003 | modern | 13 | #36,620 |
| 2004 | modern | 7 | #37,496 |
| 2005 | modern | 7 | #37,581 |
| 2006 | modern | 5 | #37,956 |
| 2007 | modern | 4 | #38,169 |
| 2008 | modern | 4 | #38,216 |
| 2009 | modern | 6 | #37,953 |
| 2010 | modern | 11 | #37,411 |
| 2011 | modern | 6 | #38,016 |
| 2012 | modern | 6 | #38,008 |
| 2013 | modern | 7 | #37,909 |
| 2014 | modern | 7 | #37,929 |
| 2015 | modern | 7 | #37,920 |
| 2016 | modern | 7 | #37,967 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bedminster, Guildford Holy Trinity, Stoke d'Abernon, Manchester, Washington and Liverpool. 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 | Bedminster | Somerset |
| 2 | Guildford Holy Trinity, Stoke d'Abernon | Surrey |
| 3 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 4 | Washington | Durham |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Farland 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 Farland, 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 Farland surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Farland 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, Farland 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 Farland is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Farland, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Farland has its origins tracing back to the medieval era in England. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "feor" meaning distant or far, and "land" referring to an area or region. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in a far or distant land.
In the 12th century, the name Farland appeared in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire, one of the earliest administrative records in England. This indicates that families with this surname were present in the northern regions of the country during this period.
By the 13th century, variations of the spelling started to emerge, including Farlande, Farlond, and Farlaunde. These different spellings were likely influenced by regional dialects and the evolving nature of the English language over time.
One notable early bearer of the name was Sir John Farland, a knight who fought alongside King Edward III in the Battle of Crécy during the Hundred Years' War in 1346. His bravery and loyalty were recognized, and he was granted lands in the county of Somerset.
In the 15th century, the Farland surname was also found in records from the county of Lincolnshire. This suggests that the name had spread to different parts of England by this time.
Another prominent figure was William Farland, born in 1523 in Wiltshire. He was a respected scholar and author, known for his works on philosophy and theology during the Renaissance period.
During the 17th century, the name Farland was associated with several place names in England, such as Farland's Manor in Hampshire and Farland's Croft in Northumberland. These place names likely derived from families who owned or resided in those areas.
In the 18th century, the Farland surname gained recognition through the accomplishments of Samuel Farland, a renowned architect born in 1692 in London. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings, including the St. Paul's Church in Bristol and the Guildhall in Bath.
As the centuries progressed, the Farland name continued to be carried by individuals across various fields, such as politics, literature, and the arts. Some notable examples include Elizabeth Farland, a celebrated poet born in 1810 in Yorkshire, and Thomas Farland, a member of the British Parliament representing Dorset in the late 19th century.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Farland 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. Middlesex leads with 8 Farlands recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.11x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 8 | 4.11x |
| Yorkshire | 4 | 2.07x |
| Durham | 3 | 5.18x |
| Lancashire | 3 | 1.30x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 5.96x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 2.04x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Paddington London in Middlesex leads with 3 Farlands recorded in 1881 and an index of 41.90x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Paddington London | 3 | 41.90x |
| Shildon | 3 | 638.30x |
| Willesden | 3 | 163.04x |
| Hindley | 2 | 202.02x |
| Sancton Houghton | 2 | 10000.00x |
| Shoreditch London | 2 | 23.67x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 6.11x |
| Gate Fulford | 1 | 222.22x |
| Marske In Guisbrough | 1 | 294.12x |
| Prestwich | 1 | 172.41x |
| Whitehaven | 1 | 112.36x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Farland 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 Farland 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 Farland households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Gen Lab | 2 |
| Scholar | 2 |
| Accountant | 1 |
| Agricul Laborer | 1 |
| Butler (Dom Serv) | 1 |
| Commercial (Traveller) | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Housekeeper | 1 |
| Lab (Bricklayer) | 1 |
| Pattern Maker (Eim) | 1 |
| Unemployed Joiner | 1 |
| Warehouseman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 20 people were recorded with the Farland surname. That placed it at #30,738 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 7 in 2016. That gives Farland a modern rank of #37,967.
A locational surname derived from a distant or far-off land.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Farland 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.