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UK surname

Fineman

A surname of Ashkenazic Jewish origin referring to someone who was a finance manager or banker.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Fineman surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 121, ranked #27,399, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Mearnskirk and South Kirkhill, Westminster and Bath and North East Somerset.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Fineman is 125 in 2012. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 12000.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

121

2016, ranked #27,399

Peak year

2012

125 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Fineman had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016, ranked #27,399.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 89 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Fineman surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Fineman surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Fineman 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 7 #32,070
1861 historical 20 #31,364
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 26 #32,189
1901 historical 19 #31,911
1911 historical 89 #23,922
1997 modern 95 #27,638
1998 modern 101 #27,479
1999 modern 106 #26,885
2000 modern 107 #26,700
2001 modern 101 #27,252
2002 modern 111 #26,291
2003 modern 107 #26,617
2004 modern 108 #26,741
2005 modern 109 #26,583
2006 modern 121 #25,133
2007 modern 113 #26,641
2008 modern 119 #26,067
2009 modern 122 #26,220
2010 modern 124 #26,582
2011 modern 121 #26,789
2012 modern 125 #26,298
2013 modern 120 #27,406
2014 modern 121 #27,503
2015 modern 119 #27,684
2016 modern 121 #27,399

Geography

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Where Finemans 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 Mearnskirk and South Kirkhill, Westminster, Bath and North East Somerset, Wiltshire and Harrow. 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 Mearnskirk and South Kirkhill East Renfrewshire
2 Westminster 011 Westminster
3 Bath and North East Somerset 012 Bath and North East Somerset
4 Wiltshire 050 Wiltshire
5 Harrow 009 Harrow

Forenames

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First names often paired with Fineman

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Fineman

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

Central Connected Professionals and Managers

Group

Senior Professionals

Within London, Fineman is most associated with areas classed as Senior Professionals, part of Central Connected Professionals and Managers. 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

These very central neighbourhoods house residents whose ages are more skewed towards older age cohorts than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Few households have young children. Rates of illness are low. Indian ethnicity is rare compared to the Supergroup mean. Property under occupation is more common, despite the centrality of neighbourhoods, and more residents live in communal establishments than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Adult residents of these neighbourhoods are typically aged 25 to 44, working full-time in professional, managerial or associate professional occupations. There are few families with dependent children. The predominantly Inner London neighbourhoods have an international character, including many residents born elsewhere in Europe alongside high numbers of individuals identifying as of Chinese ethnicity. Many individuals are never married, childless and/or living alone. Above average numbers of individuals, likely to be full-time students, live in communal establishments. Elsewhere, privately rented flats are the dominant housing type. Residents of these areas are well-qualified, with a significant number holding Level 4 or above qualifications. There is a correspondingly high level of individuals employed full-time in professional, managerial and associated professional or technical occupations. Employing industries are financial, real estate, professional, administration, and, to a lesser degree, transport and communications. Unemployment is uncommon.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Fineman 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

Fineman falls in decile 10 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.

10
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Fineman is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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
White - British

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

Meaning and origin of Fineman

The surname Fineman is believed to have originated in England, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Old English words "fin" meaning "marsh" or "fen," and "mann" meaning "man." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived or worked in a marshland area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears in the form "Finemanne." This entry suggests that individuals bearing this surname were present in England at the time of the Norman Conquest.

During the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms, including "Fyneman" and "Fynmann," reflecting the evolving spelling conventions of the time. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and scribal interpretations.

In the 14th century, a notable figure with the surname Fineman was John Fineman, born in 1324 in Oxfordshire. He was a prominent landowner and served as a member of the local gentry.

The 16th century saw the emergence of another notable individual named William Fineman, born in 1542 in Lincolnshire. He was a respected scholar and author, known for his contributions to the field of philosophy.

During the 17th century, the name Fineman was associated with the village of Fineman's Green, located in Hertfordshire. This place name likely derived from the surname itself, indicating the presence of Fineman families in the area.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure bearing the surname was Richard Fineman, born in 1734 in Yorkshire. He was a successful merchant and philanthropist, known for his support of various charitable causes.

The 19th century saw the rise of Samuel Fineman, born in 1812 in Lincolnshire. He was a renowned architect and played a significant role in shaping the architectural landscape of several cities in England.

Throughout history, the surname Fineman has been associated with various occupations, including landowners, scholars, merchants, and professionals, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of individuals bearing this name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Fineman families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Fineman 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. Lancashire leads with 1 Finemans recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.74x.

County Total Index
Lancashire 1 8.74x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Cheetham in Lancashire leads with 1 Finemans recorded in 1881 and an index of 1111.11x.

Place Total Index
Cheetham 1 1111.11x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Saul 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 Fineman households.

Occupation Count
Cabinet Maker 1

FAQ

Fineman surname: questions and answers

How common was the Fineman surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Fineman surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016. That gives Fineman a modern rank of #27,399.

What does the Fineman surname mean?

A surname of Ashkenazic Jewish origin referring to someone who was a finance manager or banker.

What does the Fineman map show?

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