UK surname
A German occupational surname referring to a person who operated a loom or wove textiles.
In the 1881 census there were 69 people recorded with the Frick surname, ranking it #23,816 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 59, ranked #34,401, down from #23,816 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Prestbury, Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Frick is 131 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 14.5%.
1881 census count
69
Ranked #23,816
Modern count
59
2016, ranked #34,401
Peak year
1861
131 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Frick surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Frick surname density by area, 1891 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 | 34 | #27,194 |
| 1861 | historical | 131 | #17,052 |
| 1881 | historical | 69 | #23,816 |
| 1891 | historical | 105 | #23,241 |
| 1901 | historical | 55 | #28,064 |
| 1911 | historical | 54 | #27,423 |
| 1997 | modern | 37 | #33,964 |
| 1998 | modern | 40 | #33,856 |
| 1999 | modern | 44 | #33,601 |
| 2000 | modern | 42 | #33,791 |
| 2001 | modern | 42 | #33,658 |
| 2002 | modern | 45 | #33,712 |
| 2003 | modern | 43 | #33,951 |
| 2004 | modern | 43 | #34,149 |
| 2005 | modern | 45 | #34,160 |
| 2006 | modern | 48 | #34,245 |
| 2007 | modern | 54 | #34,042 |
| 2008 | modern | 50 | #34,521 |
| 2009 | modern | 45 | #34,972 |
| 2010 | modern | 57 | #34,421 |
| 2011 | modern | 54 | #34,563 |
| 2012 | modern | 49 | #34,873 |
| 2013 | modern | 53 | #34,715 |
| 2014 | modern | 54 | #34,700 |
| 2015 | modern | 56 | #34,571 |
| 2016 | modern | 59 | #34,401 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Prestbury, Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside, London parishes, St Leonard Shoreditch and Whalley. 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 | Prestbury | Cheshire |
| 2 | Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside | Durham |
| 3 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 4 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 5 | Whalley | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Frick 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 Frick, 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 Frick surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Frick 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, Frick 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 Frick is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Frick, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Frick has its origins in Germany, dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old German word "frech," which means "bold" or "daring." The name was initially given as a nickname to individuals who displayed these qualities.
In the early medieval period, the name Frick first appeared in various records and manuscripts, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Swabia. One of the earliest known references is found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of charters and documents from Saxony, where a certain "Fridericus dictus Frick" is mentioned in 1285.
The name Frick has also been associated with several place names in Germany. For instance, the town of Frickenhofen in Bavaria was once known as "Frickehoven," suggesting a connection to the surname. Additionally, there are records of individuals with the name Frick residing in places like Frickingen and Frickenhausen, which may have influenced the surname's development.
Among the notable individuals bearing the surname Frick throughout history, one can mention Wilhelm Frick (1877-1946), a prominent German politician and Nazi official who served as the Reich Minister of the Interior during the Third Reich. Johann Frick (1913-2003) was a German theologian and professor at the University of Munich, known for his works on Catholic theology.
Another notable figure was Henry Clay Frick (1849-1919), an American industrialist and art collector who played a significant role in the growth of the coke and steel industries in the late 19th century. He was also the founder of the Frick Collection, a renowned art museum in New York City.
In the realm of literature, the surname Frick is associated with the German writer Gottlieb Frick (1730-1801), who authored several theological works and was known for his satirical writings. Additionally, Charles Frick (1858-1939) was an American educator and author who served as the president of Alma College in Michigan.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the surname Frick throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence across various fields and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Frick 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. Durham leads with 16 Fricks recorded in 1881 and an index of 7.88x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Durham | 16 | 7.88x |
| Middlesex | 16 | 2.34x |
| Essex | 7 | 5.19x |
| Lancashire | 6 | 0.74x |
| Cornwall | 5 | 6.47x |
| Glamorgan | 4 | 3.36x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 1.81x |
| Hampshire | 3 | 2.14x |
| Kent | 2 | 0.86x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.30x |
| Aberdeenshire | 1 | 1.58x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 0.75x |
| Leicestershire | 1 | 1.32x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 12.29x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.87x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Dawdon in Durham leads with 9 Fricks recorded in 1881 and an index of 360.00x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Dawdon | 9 | 360.00x |
| Collierley | 7 | 777.78x |
| Liverpool | 6 | 12.20x |
| West Ham | 6 | 20.17x |
| Week St Mary | 5 | 4166.67x |
| Cardiff St Mary | 4 | 61.07x |
| Chelsea London | 4 | 19.45x |
| Shoreditch London | 4 | 13.51x |
| Hordle | 3 | 1250.00x |
| Erith | 2 | 87.34x |
| Glasgow | 2 | 5.10x |
| Mile End New Town London | 2 | 148.15x |
| Aberdeen Old Machar | 1 | 7.58x |
| Barony | 1 | 1.79x |
| Blantyre | 1 | 43.48x |
| Gloucester Barton St Mary | 1 | 40.82x |
| Hackney London | 1 | 2.61x |
| Hastings St Mary | 1 | 34.97x |
| Islington London | 1 | 1.51x |
| Leicester St Martin | 1 | 196.08x |
| Lofthouse | 1 | 99.01x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 3.98x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 14.39x |
| Southcoates | 1 | 26.60x |
| St George In East London | 1 | 15.58x |
| St Marylebone London | 1 | 2.74x |
| Wanstead | 1 | 42.37x |
| Westminster St James | 1 | 14.25x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Frick 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 Frick 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 Frick households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 14 |
| Coal Miner | 2 |
| Agr. Laborer | 1 |
| Apprentice To Printer | 1 |
| Baker | 1 |
| Boot Finisher | 1 |
| Capt Focle | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Cigar Mker | 1 |
| Club Porter | 1 |
| Cook Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Daur | 1 |
| Farm Labourer | 1 |
| Greengrocer | 1 |
| Grocer | 1 |
| Ladys Companion | 1 |
| Mason | 1 |
| O Seaman | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Photographer | 1 |
| Seamstress | 1 |
| Ship Carpenter | 1 |
| Silk Mercers Warehouse Woman | 1 |
| Son | 1 |
| Stable Boy (Dom Inn Serv | 1 |
| Steward & Interpreter | 1 |
| Teacher (S M) | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 69 people were recorded with the Frick surname. That placed it at #23,816 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 59 in 2016. That gives Frick a modern rank of #34,401.
A German occupational surname referring to a person who operated a loom or wove textiles.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Frick 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.