UK surname
An English surname possibly derived from the Hebrew name "Haggai" meaning "festive".
In the 1881 census there were 55 people recorded with the Haggins surname, ranking it #25,862 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 31, ranked #35,942, down from #25,862 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bothwell, Livingston and Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Haggins is 278 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 43.6%.
1881 census count
55
Ranked #25,862
Modern count
31
2016, ranked #35,942
Peak year
1861
278 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Haggins surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Haggins 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 | 98 | #17,383 |
| 1861 | historical | 278 | #8,998 |
| 1881 | historical | 55 | #25,862 |
| 1891 | historical | 131 | #20,073 |
| 1901 | historical | 28 | #30,951 |
| 1911 | historical | 33 | #29,703 |
| 1997 | modern | 22 | #35,584 |
| 1998 | modern | 25 | #35,365 |
| 1999 | modern | 24 | #35,514 |
| 2000 | modern | 28 | #35,080 |
| 2001 | modern | 26 | #35,152 |
| 2002 | modern | 29 | #35,030 |
| 2003 | modern | 26 | #35,371 |
| 2004 | modern | 29 | #35,270 |
| 2005 | modern | 31 | #35,260 |
| 2006 | modern | 31 | #35,467 |
| 2007 | modern | 31 | #35,592 |
| 2008 | modern | 31 | #35,670 |
| 2009 | modern | 30 | #35,871 |
| 2010 | modern | 29 | #36,024 |
| 2011 | modern | 29 | #36,004 |
| 2012 | modern | 28 | #36,048 |
| 2013 | modern | 29 | #36,040 |
| 2014 | modern | 31 | #35,953 |
| 2015 | modern | 31 | #35,939 |
| 2016 | modern | 31 | #35,942 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bothwell, Livingston, Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry, Steventon and Tavistock. Whitechurch, St Peter Tavy. 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 | Bothwell | Lanark |
| 2 | Livingston | Linlithgow |
| 3 | Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry | Forfar |
| 4 | Steventon | Berkshire |
| 5 | Tavistock. Whitechurch, St Peter Tavy | Devon |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Haggins 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 Haggins, 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 Haggins surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Haggins 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, Haggins 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 Haggins is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Haggins, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Haggins is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "haga," meaning "dweller by the hedge or hedge-enclosure." This suggests that the name was initially given as a descriptive surname to someone who lived near a hedged area or enclosure.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Haggins can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire from 1327, where a Richard Haggen was listed. This spelling variation likely emerged from the same linguistic source as the modern Haggins. Over time, the name evolved through various spellings such as Hagyn, Haggen, and Haggin before settling into its current form.
The Haggins name is also linked to several place names in England, particularly in areas like Yorkshire and Lancashire. For instance, the village of Haggerston in Northumberland was once known as "Hagridesham" in the 12th century, indicating a possible connection to the name's origins.
Notable individuals who bore the Haggins surname include Sir John Haggins (c. 1550-1615), an English politician and Member of Parliament for Aylesbury during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Another significant figure was William Haggins (1632-1690), a prominent merchant and landowner in colonial Virginia, who played a role in the establishment of the Virginia colony.
In the literary world, the name is associated with the 19th-century English poet and playwright, Mary Haggins (1810-1875), whose works focused on themes of love and nature. Additionally, Thomas Haggins (1788-1856), an English architect and surveyor, left his mark on several notable buildings in London during the Georgian era.
The surname Haggins has also been documented in various historical records, such as parish registers, tax rolls, and court documents, providing insights into the lives and movements of individuals bearing this name throughout the centuries. While the name may have evolved and spread to different regions over time, its origins can be traced back to the hedged enclosures of medieval England.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Haggins 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. Lanarkshire leads with 15 Haggins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.49x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lanarkshire | 15 | 8.49x |
| Surrey | 7 | 2.63x |
| West Lothian | 6 | 72.99x |
| Wigtownshire | 6 | 82.76x |
| Essex | 5 | 4.64x |
| Angus | 3 | 5.93x |
| Durham | 3 | 1.85x |
| Renfrewshire | 3 | 7.09x |
| Yorkshire | 3 | 0.55x |
| Glamorgan | 2 | 2.10x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 2.44x |
| Perthshire | 1 | 4.08x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 15.36x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Cambusnethan in Lanarkshire leads with 8 Haggins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 204.08x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cambusnethan | 8 | 204.08x |
| Bothwell | 7 | 146.14x |
| Lambeth | 6 | 12.60x |
| Livingstone | 6 | 2142.86x |
| Stranraer | 6 | 909.09x |
| Stansted Mountfitchet | 4 | 1481.48x |
| Dundee | 3 | 15.89x |
| Kilmalcolm | 3 | 588.24x |
| Gelligaer | 2 | 92.17x |
| Holy Trinity | 2 | 15.37x |
| Monkwearmouth Shore | 2 | 63.09x |
| Barking | 1 | 31.75x |
| Farnham | 1 | 48.31x |
| Hurley | 1 | 476.19x |
| Kinnoull | 1 | 156.25x |
| Leeds | 1 | 3.27x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 17.99x |
| Westoe | 1 | 10.86x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Haggins 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 Haggins 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 Haggins households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Rag Gatherer | 2 |
| Boy 1st Class | 1 |
| Chemist | 1 |
| Coal Miner | 1 |
| Cook (Dom) | 1 |
| Iron Yard Laborer | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Leather Salesman (Goods) | 1 |
| Piledriver | 1 |
| Spinster (Dom Servant) | 1 |
| Teacher | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 55 people were recorded with the Haggins surname. That placed it at #25,862 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 31 in 2016. That gives Haggins a modern rank of #35,942.
An English surname possibly derived from the Hebrew name "Haggai" meaning "festive".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Haggins 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.