UK surname
A surname derived from an Old English name meaning "enclosure keeper" or "gardener."
In the 1881 census there were 139 people recorded with the Gartrell surname, ranking it #16,228 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 75, ranked #33,377, down from #16,228 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Lezant, Callington and Paul. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Gartrell is 139 in 1881. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 46.0%.
1881 census count
139
Ranked #16,228
Modern count
75
2016, ranked #33,377
Peak year
1881
139 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Gartrell surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Gartrell surname density by area, 1881 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 | 125 | #14,700 |
| 1861 | historical | 97 | #21,503 |
| 1881 | historical | 139 | #16,228 |
| 1891 | historical | 126 | #20,604 |
| 1901 | historical | 115 | #21,050 |
| 1911 | historical | 89 | #23,922 |
| 1997 | modern | 69 | #30,712 |
| 1998 | modern | 67 | #31,282 |
| 1999 | modern | 75 | #30,661 |
| 2000 | modern | 78 | #30,361 |
| 2001 | modern | 71 | #30,907 |
| 2002 | modern | 69 | #31,527 |
| 2003 | modern | 66 | #31,879 |
| 2004 | modern | 73 | #31,403 |
| 2005 | modern | 71 | #31,816 |
| 2006 | modern | 69 | #32,343 |
| 2007 | modern | 69 | #32,662 |
| 2008 | modern | 70 | #32,856 |
| 2009 | modern | 77 | #32,553 |
| 2010 | modern | 72 | #33,324 |
| 2011 | modern | 70 | #33,465 |
| 2012 | modern | 79 | #32,966 |
| 2013 | modern | 77 | #33,275 |
| 2014 | modern | 75 | #33,473 |
| 2015 | modern | 76 | #33,351 |
| 2016 | modern | 75 | #33,377 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Lezant, Callington, Paul, Northill and Stoke Climsland. 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 | Lezant | Cornwall |
| 2 | Callington | Cornwall |
| 3 | Paul | Cornwall |
| 4 | Northill | Cornwall |
| 5 | Stoke Climsland | Cornwall |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Gartrell 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 Gartrell, 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 Gartrell surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Gartrell 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, Gartrell 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 Gartrell is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Gartrell, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Gartrell has its origins in England, tracing back to the 13th century. It is derived from a topographic name, referring to someone who lived near a garden or an enclosed yard. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "gert" or "geart," meaning an enclosure or a yard, and "hyll," meaning a hill.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gartrell can be found in the Hundredorum Rolls of Lincolnshire in 1273, where it appears as "William de Gerthyll." This reference suggests that the name was initially associated with a specific place or location.
During the 14th century, the name Gartrell appeared in various forms, such as "Gartrell," "Garthrell," and "Garthrill," reflecting the regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. These variations persisted until the 16th century when the spelling became more standardized.
In the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1379, there is a record of a "John Gartrell" who was likely a landowner or a farmer in the region. This entry provides evidence of the name's widespread use during that period.
One notable individual with the surname Gartrell was Sir John Gartrell (1550-1618), a prominent English politician and landowner from Lancashire. He served as a Member of Parliament for Lancashire and played a significant role in local affairs.
Another historical figure with the name Gartrell was William Gartrell (1609-1679), an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Pampisford in Cambridgeshire. He was known for his religious writings and sermons.
In the 17th century, the name Gartrell appeared in various records, including the Hearth Tax Rolls of Cheshire from 1665, where a "Thomas Gartrell" was listed as a homeowner.
The surname Gartrell also found its way to the American colonies, with records showing individuals such as John Gartrell (1673-1744), who settled in Virginia and became a prominent landowner and farmer.
Another notable figure was Lucius Jeremiah Gartrell (1821-1891), a lawyer, politician, and Confederate officer from Georgia. He served as a member of the Confederate Congress during the American Civil War.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Gartrell 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. Cornwall leads with 102 Gartrells recorded in 1881 and an index of 61.99x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall | 102 | 61.99x |
| Devon | 13 | 4.30x |
| Lancashire | 11 | 0.64x |
| Channel Islands | 9 | 20.90x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 0.28x |
| Buckinghamshire | 2 | 2.28x |
| Durham | 2 | 0.46x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.34x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 5.77x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 0.56x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.14x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.41x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.27x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Callington in Cornwall leads with 16 Gartrells recorded in 1881 and an index of 1666.67x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Callington | 16 | 1666.67x |
| Paul | 16 | 535.12x |
| Stoke Climsland | 13 | 1238.10x |
| Dalton In Furness | 11 | 165.17x |
| St Cleer | 11 | 769.23x |
| Blisland | 7 | 2500.00x |
| St John | 7 | 853.66x |
| St Just In Penwith | 7 | 219.44x |
| Madron Penzance | 6 | 100.33x |
| St Buryan | 6 | 882.35x |
| Calstock | 5 | 154.80x |
| Lezant | 5 | 1351.35x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 5 | 21.46x |
| Lawhitton | 4 | 1904.76x |
| Beerferris | 3 | 508.47x |
| Islington London | 3 | 2.13x |
| Stoke Damerel | 3 | 14.17x |
| Bishopwearmouth | 2 | 5.39x |
| Plymouth Charles The | 2 | 15.00x |
| South Petherwin | 2 | 487.80x |
| Wolverton | 2 | 109.89x |
| Aldershot | 1 | 10.02x |
| Benhall | 1 | 322.58x |
| Falmouth | 1 | 17.18x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 0.79x |
| Leamington Priors | 1 | 11.09x |
| Peasmarsh | 1 | 238.10x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 6.76x |
| Spitalfields London | 1 | 9.15x |
| St Ive | 1 | 94.34x |
| St Martin | 1 | 37.88x |
| St Mary Magdalene | 1 | 82.64x |
| St Peter | 1 | 80.65x |
| St Stephens By Saltash | 1 | 140.85x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Gartrell surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Mary | 11 |
| Jane | 8 |
| Eliza | 6 |
| Elizabeth | 6 |
| Emma | 4 |
| Hannah | 4 |
| Maria | 3 |
| Ann | 2 |
| Anne | 2 |
| Annie | 2 |
| Charlotte | 2 |
| Henrietta | 2 |
| Jessie | 2 |
| Phillis | 2 |
| Sarah | 2 |
| Ada | 1 |
| Agnes | 1 |
| Alice | 1 |
| Edith | 1 |
| Elise | 1 |
| Ellen | 1 |
| Emily | 1 |
| Esther | 1 |
| H.Anna | 1 |
| Laura | 1 |
| Leedia | 1 |
| Louisa | 1 |
| Lucy | 1 |
| Margaret | 1 |
| Margerit | 1 |
| Martha | 1 |
| Matilda | 1 |
| Pollie | 1 |
| Rosina | 1 |
| Susan | 1 |
| Tamezino | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Gartrell 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 Gartrell households.
FAQ
In 1881, 139 people were recorded with the Gartrell surname. That placed it at #16,228 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 75 in 2016. That gives Gartrell a modern rank of #33,377.
A surname derived from an Old English name meaning "enclosure keeper" or "gardener."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Gartrell 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.