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UK surname

Fodor

Occupational surname for a cart driver or wagoner, derived from the Hungarian word "fuvaros."

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Redcar and Cleveland, Rotherham and Wandsworth.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Fodor is 280 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

280

2016, ranked #15,491

Peak year

2016

280 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 280 in 2016, ranked #15,491.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Fodor surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Fodor surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Fodor 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 1 #34,435
1891 historical 5 #33,939
1997 modern 94 #27,781
1998 modern 101 #27,479
1999 modern 104 #27,164
2000 modern 100 #27,695
2001 modern 99 #27,534
2002 modern 100 #27,944
2003 modern 108 #26,486
2004 modern 110 #26,451
2005 modern 111 #26,260
2006 modern 125 #24,611
2007 modern 132 #24,166
2008 modern 139 #23,635
2009 modern 159 #22,072
2010 modern 184 #20,521
2011 modern 192 #19,797
2012 modern 224 #17,786
2013 modern 249 #16,825
2014 modern 265 #16,247
2015 modern 274 #15,749
2016 modern 280 #15,491

Geography

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Where Fodors 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 Redcar and Cleveland, Rotherham, Wandsworth, Mansfield and Lewisham. 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 Redcar and Cleveland 004 Redcar and Cleveland
2 Rotherham 007 Rotherham
3 Wandsworth 001 Wandsworth
4 Mansfield 005 Mansfield
5 Lewisham 012 Lewisham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Fodor

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Fodor

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Fodor, 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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Fodor surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Fodor 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Fodor is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction 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

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

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

Fodor 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

Fodor 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.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Fodor 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
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Fodor

The surname Fodor has its origins in Hungary, and it is believed to have emerged around the 13th century. The name is derived from the Hungarian word "fodor," which means "curly" or "wavy," likely referring to someone with curly hair or a person who worked with curled or woven materials.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Fodor can be found in the Regestrum Varadiense, a medieval manuscript from the late 13th century, which documented legal proceedings in the Diocese of Várad (present-day Oradea, Romania). This document mentions individuals with the surname Fodor, indicating that the name was already in use during that period.

In the 16th century, the name Fodor appeared in various records and documents from the Kingdom of Hungary, which included parts of present-day Slovakia, Croatia, and Romania. One notable individual from this time was János Fodor (c. 1535-1599), a Hungarian Protestant minister and writer who played a significant role in the Reformation in Hungary.

During the 17th century, the Fodor surname was found in various parts of the Kingdom of Hungary, including the regions of Transylvania and the Partium (now part of Romania). One prominent figure from this era was István Fodor (1687-1764), a Hungarian Reformed minister and author who wrote extensively on theological topics.

In the 18th century, the name Fodor was particularly prevalent in the region of Transylvania, which was part of the Habsburg Monarchy at the time. One notable individual from this period was Gergely Fodor (1778-1844), a Hungarian writer and educator who published works on philosophy and pedagogy.

The 19th century saw the Fodor surname spread across the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with individuals bearing this name found in various regions, including present-day Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, and Serbia. One prominent figure from this era was József Fodor (1858-1939), a Hungarian lawyer and politician who served as the Minister of Justice in the Austro-Hungarian government.

Throughout history, the Fodor surname has been associated with various professions, including clergy, writers, educators, and politicians. While the name originated in Hungary, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange.

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FAQ

Fodor surname: questions and answers

How common is the Fodor surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 280 in 2016. That gives Fodor a modern rank of #15,491.

What does the Fodor surname mean?

Occupational surname for a cart driver or wagoner, derived from the Hungarian word "fuvaros."

What does the Fodor map show?

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