UK surname
A French surname originally referring to someone living near a garden or vineyard.
In the 1881 census there were 37 people recorded with the Gardine surname, ranking it #28,418 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 4, ranked #38,419, down from #28,418 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Lunan, London parishes and Govan Combination. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Gardine is 139 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 89.2%.
1881 census count
37
Ranked #28,418
Modern count
4
2016, ranked #38,419
Peak year
1891
139 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Gardine surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Gardine surname density by area, 1911 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 | 53 | #23,739 |
| 1861 | historical | 66 | #25,487 |
| 1881 | historical | 37 | #28,418 |
| 1891 | historical | 139 | #19,311 |
| 1901 | historical | 97 | #23,227 |
| 1911 | historical | 125 | #19,932 |
| 1997 | modern | 6 | #37,704 |
| 1998 | modern | 5 | #37,861 |
| 1999 | modern | 5 | #37,872 |
| 2000 | modern | 2 | #38,472 |
| 2001 | modern | 2 | #38,335 |
| 2002 | modern | 2 | #38,400 |
| 2003 | modern | 1 | #38,735 |
| 2004 | modern | 1 | #38,771 |
| 2005 | modern | 2 | #38,532 |
| 2006 | modern | 3 | #38,334 |
| 2007 | modern | 3 | #38,372 |
| 2008 | modern | 4 | #38,216 |
| 2009 | modern | 4 | #38,287 |
| 2010 | modern | 5 | #38,186 |
| 2011 | modern | 3 | #38,546 |
| 2012 | modern | 4 | #38,335 |
| 2013 | modern | 4 | #38,359 |
| 2014 | modern | 4 | #38,376 |
| 2015 | modern | 4 | #38,392 |
| 2016 | modern | 4 | #38,419 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Lunan, London parishes, Govan Combination, Edinburgh and Glasgow. 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 | Lunan | Forfar |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Govan Combination | Lanark |
| 4 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 5 | Glasgow | Lanark |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Gardine 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 Gardine, 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 Gardine surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Gardine 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, Gardine 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 Gardine is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Gardine, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname GARDINE originated in England during the late medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "gardien," meaning "keeper" or "guardian," which itself came from the Latin word "guardianus."
The earliest known record of the name dates back to the 13th century, where it appeared in various spellings such as Gardyn, Gardyne, and Gardiner. It is likely that the name was initially given to someone who worked as a guardian or caretaker of a property or estate.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname is found in the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire from 1273, which mentions a William Gardyn. Additionally, the Subsidy Rolls of Yorkshire in 1297 list a Robert Gardyn.
In the 14th century, the name appeared in various locations across England, including Norfolk, Suffolk, and Lincolnshire. One notable individual from this period was John Gardiner (c. 1335 - 1392), a English clergyman who served as the Bishop of Llandaff from 1370 until his death.
During the 15th century, the surname GARDINE began to spread more widely across England. One noteworthy individual from this time was Sir Thomas Gardiner (c. 1456 - 1492), a English soldier and courtier who served under King Henry VII.
In the 16th century, the name GARDINE continued to gain prominence, with several individuals bearing the surname making significant contributions. One such person was Stephen Gardiner (c. 1497 - 1555), a English Catholic bishop and Lord Chancellor during the reign of Queen Mary I.
Another notable figure from this period was Samuel Gardiner (1563 - 1652), a English minister and author who published several works on religious topics.
By the 17th century, the surname GARDINE had become well-established across England, and individuals bearing the name could be found in various professions and social classes. One prominent individual from this time was James Gardiner (c. 1688 - 1745), a Scottish soldier and military officer who served in the British Army during the War of the Austrian Succession.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Gardine 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 12 Gardines recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.24x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 12 | 3.24x |
| Angus | 6 | 17.48x |
| Essex | 4 | 5.47x |
| Kent | 4 | 3.16x |
| Lancashire | 4 | 0.91x |
| Roxburghshire | 3 | 44.71x |
| Lanarkshire | 2 | 1.67x |
| Channel Islands | 1 | 9.11x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 1.22x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.55x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Bethnal Green London in Middlesex leads with 6 Gardines recorded in 1881 and an index of 37.29x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Bethnal Green London | 6 | 37.29x |
| Islington London | 5 | 13.93x |
| Deptford St Paul | 4 | 41.03x |
| Inverkeillor | 4 | 1904.76x |
| West Derby | 4 | 31.10x |
| Romford | 3 | 258.62x |
| Wilton | 3 | 405.41x |
| Bothwell | 2 | 61.54x |
| St Vigeans | 2 | 108.11x |
| Black Notley | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Hornsey | 1 | 21.37x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 3.10x |
| Oxton | 1 | 217.39x |
| St Helier | 1 | 28.01x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Gardine 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 Gardine 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 Gardine households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 7 |
| Beer Retailer | 1 |
| Cook (Dom) | 1 |
| Dom Serv General | 1 |
| Gen Servant | 1 |
| General Laborer | 1 |
| General Servent | 1 |
| Genl Serv | 1 |
| Greengrocer | 1 |
| House Maid | 1 |
| Marble Mason | 1 |
| Silver Chain Maker | 1 |
| Stone Mason | 1 |
| Warehouseman Fruit | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 37 people were recorded with the Gardine surname. That placed it at #28,418 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 4 in 2016. That gives Gardine a modern rank of #38,419.
A French surname originally referring to someone living near a garden or vineyard.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Gardine 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.