UK surname
Derived from the Old High German word 'hac' meaning a hedge or fence.
In the 1881 census there were 11 people recorded with the Hach surname, ranking it #32,081 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 8, ranked #37,829, down from #32,081 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Dudley, Sonning (Sonning Town, Woodley and Sandford) and Middlesborough. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hach is 136 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 27.3%.
1881 census count
11
Ranked #32,081
Modern count
8
2016, ranked #37,829
Peak year
1861
136 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hach surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hach surname density by area, 1861 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 | 14 | #30,790 |
| 1861 | historical | 136 | #16,556 |
| 1881 | historical | 11 | #32,081 |
| 1891 | historical | 49 | #30,349 |
| 1901 | historical | 22 | #31,562 |
| 1911 | historical | 11 | #32,463 |
| 1997 | modern | 5 | #37,891 |
| 1998 | modern | 4 | #38,082 |
| 1999 | modern | 4 | #38,100 |
| 2000 | modern | 5 | #37,823 |
| 2001 | modern | 5 | #37,652 |
| 2002 | modern | 7 | #37,379 |
| 2003 | modern | 7 | #37,397 |
| 2004 | modern | 8 | #37,346 |
| 2005 | modern | 7 | #37,581 |
| 2006 | modern | 7 | #37,634 |
| 2007 | modern | 8 | #37,572 |
| 2008 | modern | 7 | #37,735 |
| 2009 | modern | 7 | #37,816 |
| 2010 | modern | 8 | #37,769 |
| 2011 | modern | 6 | #38,016 |
| 2012 | modern | 6 | #38,008 |
| 2013 | modern | 4 | #38,359 |
| 2014 | modern | 6 | #38,077 |
| 2015 | modern | 7 | #37,920 |
| 2016 | modern | 8 | #37,829 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Dudley, Sonning (Sonning Town, Woodley and Sandford), Middlesborough, Chalgrave and Farnham. 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 | Dudley | Staffordshire |
| 2 | Sonning (Sonning Town, Woodley and Sandford) | Berkshire |
| 3 | Middlesborough | Durham |
| 4 | Chalgrave | Bedfordshire |
| 5 | Farnham | Surrey |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hach 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 Hach, 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 Hach surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hach 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, Hach 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 Hach is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hach, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HACH is believed to have its origins in the Czech Republic, dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to have derived from the Czech word "hach," which means "hook" or "crook." This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational name for someone who made or sold hooks or other curved implements.
The earliest recorded instances of the HACH surname can be found in various historical records from the regions of Bohemia and Moravia, which were part of the Kingdom of Bohemia at the time. One notable mention is in the Codex Diplomaticus et Epistolaris Regni Bohemiae, a collection of medieval documents from the 13th to the 15th centuries, where the name appears as "Hach" in several entries.
In the 14th century, a man named Jan Hach was mentioned in the Liber Vetustissimus Archiepiscopatus Pragensis, an ancient record book of the Archbishopric of Prague. This suggests that the HACH name had already gained some prominence in the region by that time.
During the 15th century, the HACH surname was also found in the town of Kutná Hora, which was known for its silver mines and was an important economic center of the Kingdom of Bohemia. Records from this period indicate that several members of the HACH family were involved in the mining industry and held positions of influence within the town's governing bodies.
One notable figure from the 16th century was Jiří Hach (1515-1582), who was a prominent Czech humanist, writer, and educator. He served as the rector of the University of Prague and was known for his contributions to the fields of literature and education.
Another individual of note was Václav Hach (1668-1737), a Czech architect and builder who was responsible for the construction of several churches and other notable buildings in Prague and the surrounding areas during the Baroque period.
In the 19th century, the HACH name gained further recognition with the birth of Jan Evangelista Hach (1838-1909), a Czech politician and journalist who played a significant role in the Czech National Revival movement and advocated for the rights and recognition of the Czech language and culture.
Throughout its history, the HACH surname has maintained a strong connection to the Czech Republic and has been associated with various professions, ranging from craftsmen and miners to intellectuals and political figures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hach 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 4 Hachs recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.11x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 4 | 4.11x |
| Hampshire | 2 | 10.03x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 2.07x |
| Essex | 1 | 5.21x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 10.93x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Poplar London in Middlesex leads with 4 Hachs recorded in 1881 and an index of 217.39x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar London | 4 | 217.39x |
| Bradford | 2 | 85.84x |
| Wymering | 2 | 6666.67x |
| Northampton Priory St | 1 | 181.82x |
| Shenfield | 1 | 2000.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hach 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 Hach surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Jno. | 1 |
| Patrick | 1 |
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 Hach households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 3 |
| Cook Dom | 1 |
| Dk.Labourer | 1 |
| General Domestic Serv Nurse | 1 |
| Housemaid Dom | 1 |
| Nursery Maid | 1 |
| Stuff Wool Comber | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 11 people were recorded with the Hach surname. That placed it at #32,081 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 8 in 2016. That gives Hach a modern rank of #37,829.
Derived from the Old High German word 'hac' meaning a hedge or fence.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hach 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.