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UK surname

Ferrante

An Italian occupational surname referring to a smith or iron worker.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Ferrante surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 103, ranked #30,515, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Birmingham, Wyre Forest and Hammersmith and Fulham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ferrante is 103 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 10200.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

103

2016, ranked #30,515

Peak year

2016

103 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Ferrante had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 103 in 2016, ranked #30,515.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 8 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Ferrante surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Ferrante surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Ferrante 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
1861 historical 3 #33,861
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1901 historical 4 #33,876
1911 historical 8 #32,903
1997 modern 62 #31,412
1998 modern 70 #30,968
1999 modern 76 #30,546
2000 modern 88 #29,284
2001 modern 83 #29,617
2002 modern 88 #29,534
2003 modern 89 #29,380
2004 modern 88 #29,758
2005 modern 87 #29,966
2006 modern 78 #31,385
2007 modern 83 #31,183
2008 modern 88 #30,857
2009 modern 90 #31,094
2010 modern 97 #30,697
2011 modern 96 #30,721
2012 modern 91 #31,659
2013 modern 95 #31,523
2014 modern 95 #31,792
2015 modern 100 #31,005
2016 modern 103 #30,515

Geography

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Where Ferrantes 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 Birmingham, Wyre Forest, Hammersmith and Fulham, Ayr North Harbour, Wallacetown and Newton South and Lambeth. 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 Birmingham 108 Birmingham
2 Wyre Forest 007 Wyre Forest
3 Hammersmith and Fulham 003 Hammersmith and Fulham
4 Ayr North Harbour, Wallacetown and Newton South South Ayrshire
5 Lambeth 022 Lambeth

Forenames

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First names often paired with Ferrante

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Ferrante

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

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Ferrante is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

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

Ferrante 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Ferrante falls in decile 9 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.

9
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Ferrante 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.

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Ferrante

The surname Ferrante has its origins in Italy, dating back to medieval times. It is derived from the Italian word "ferrante," which means "iron worker" or "blacksmith." This occupational surname was likely given to individuals who worked with iron, forging tools, weapons, or other metal implements.

The earliest recorded instances of the Ferrante surname can be traced back to the 13th century in various regions of Italy, including Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Ferrante di Napoli, a blacksmith who lived in Naples in the late 13th century.

During the Renaissance period, the Ferrante name gained prominence with several notable figures. One of the most renowned was Ferrante d'Aragona (1452-1494), also known as Ferrante I, who was the King of Naples from 1458 until his death. He played a significant role in the Italian Wars and was known for his military prowess and political acumen.

Another historical figure with the Ferrante surname was Antonio Ferrante (c. 1490-1550), an Italian humanist scholar and poet. He was a prominent figure in the literary circles of his time and was renowned for his Latin poetry and translations.

In the 16th century, the Ferrante surname was also associated with the arts. Giovan Battista Ferrante (c. 1530-1600) was an Italian painter and architect who worked in Naples and Messina. His works included religious paintings and architectural designs for churches and palaces.

Moving into the 17th century, the Ferrante name continued to be found among notable individuals. Giulio Cesare Ferrante (1607-1685) was an Italian composer and organist who served as the maestro di cappella at the Basilica of St. Peter's in Rome.

Throughout its history, the Ferrante surname has been associated with various occupations and professions, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who bore this name. While its origins lie in the metalworking trade, the Ferrante surname has left an indelible mark across different fields, including politics, arts, literature, and music.

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1881 census detail

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Ferrante families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Ferrante 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. Glamorgan leads with 1 Ferrantes recorded in 1881 and an index of 59.52x.

County Total Index
Glamorgan 1 59.52x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Cardiff St Mary in Glamorgan leads with 1 Ferrantes recorded in 1881 and an index of 1111.11x.

Place Total Index
Cardiff St Mary 1 1111.11x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Salvatore 1

Top occupations

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 Ferrante households.

Occupation Count
Giovinotto (A B) 1

FAQ

Ferrante surname: questions and answers

How common was the Ferrante surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Ferrante surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 103 in 2016. That gives Ferrante a modern rank of #30,515.

What does the Ferrante surname mean?

An Italian occupational surname referring to a smith or iron worker.

What does the Ferrante map show?

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