UK surname
A surname derived from the occupation of hacking or cutting wood.
In the 1881 census there were 24 people recorded with the Haker surname, ranking it #30,215 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 15, ranked #37,092, down from #30,215 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Prestbury, Darlaston and St Pancras. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Haker is 290 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 37.5%.
1881 census count
24
Ranked #30,215
Modern count
15
2016, ranked #37,092
Peak year
1861
290 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Haker surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Haker 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 | 32 | #27,570 |
| 1861 | historical | 290 | #8,686 |
| 1881 | historical | 24 | #30,215 |
| 1891 | historical | 71 | #27,934 |
| 1901 | historical | 20 | #31,803 |
| 1911 | historical | 24 | #30,800 |
| 1997 | modern | 12 | #36,785 |
| 1998 | modern | 10 | #37,048 |
| 1999 | modern | 14 | #36,595 |
| 2000 | modern | 12 | #36,749 |
| 2001 | modern | 12 | #36,612 |
| 2002 | modern | 13 | #36,570 |
| 2003 | modern | 16 | #36,304 |
| 2004 | modern | 10 | #37,096 |
| 2005 | modern | 9 | #37,302 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 9 | #37,435 |
| 2008 | modern | 12 | #37,143 |
| 2009 | modern | 16 | #36,850 |
| 2010 | modern | 21 | #36,530 |
| 2011 | modern | 20 | #36,587 |
| 2012 | modern | 18 | #36,723 |
| 2013 | modern | 17 | #36,857 |
| 2014 | modern | 18 | #36,811 |
| 2015 | modern | 17 | #36,887 |
| 2016 | modern | 15 | #37,092 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Prestbury, Darlaston, St Pancras, Toxteth Park and Manchester. 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 | Darlaston | Staffordshire |
| 3 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 4 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 5 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Haker 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 Haker, 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 Haker surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Haker 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, Haker 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 Haker is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Haker, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HAKER originated in England during the medieval period, deriving from the Old English word "hæccer," meaning "one who hacks or cuts." This occupation-based surname was likely bestowed upon those who worked as woodcutters, foresters, or hedge-trimmers.
The name first appeared in historical records in the late 13th century, with the earliest known reference being a John le Hacker mentioned in the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1275. Other early spellings included Hakker, Heckere, and Hackere, reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and spelling at the time.
In the Hundred Rolls of 1273, a Richard le Hacker was recorded as residing in the village of Buckland, Gloucestershire. This document, which served as a survey of landowners and their holdings, provides valuable insights into the geographical distribution of the surname during the medieval period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the HAKER surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where a certain William Hacker is listed as a tenant in the county of Somerset. This renowned manuscript, commissioned by William the Conqueror, serves as a remarkable source of information about landowners and occupations in 11th-century England.
Notable individuals bearing the HAKER surname throughout history include:
1. Thomas Haker (c. 1515 - c. 1585), an English composer and organist who served at the Chapel Royal during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
2. John Haker (1617 - 1675), a prominent English mathematician and astrologer who published several influential works on celestial mechanics and the prediction of eclipses.
3. William Haker (1723 - 1798), a British naval officer who distinguished himself during the American Revolutionary War and rose to the rank of Vice Admiral.
4. Elizabeth Haker (1789 - 1856), a renowned English novelist and playwright whose works explored themes of social commentary and gender roles in the early 19th century.
5. Sir Henry Haker (1841 - 1919), a British politician and industrialist who served as a Member of Parliament for Derbyshire and played a significant role in the development of the coal mining industry in the region.
The HAKER surname can also be traced back to various place names in England, such as Hacker's Green in Staffordshire and Hacker's Farm in Wiltshire, further reinforcing its deep-rooted connection to the country's historical landscape.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Haker 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. Suffolk leads with 5 Hakers recorded in 1881 and an index of 18.29x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 5 | 18.29x |
| Northamptonshire | 4 | 18.96x |
| Hampshire | 3 | 6.52x |
| Surrey | 3 | 2.74x |
| Yorkshire | 3 | 1.35x |
| Middlesex | 2 | 0.89x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 5.94x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 2.79x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 1.77x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aldeburgh in Suffolk leads with 5 Hakers recorded in 1881 and an index of 3125.00x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Aldeburgh | 5 | 3125.00x |
| Warkton | 4 | 20000.00x |
| Middlesbrough | 2 | 68.97x |
| Southampton St Mary | 2 | 69.20x |
| Streatham | 2 | 120.48x |
| Aston | 1 | 6.42x |
| Chelsea London | 1 | 14.79x |
| Great Faringdon | 1 | 416.67x |
| Guildford Holy Trinity | 1 | 476.19x |
| Islington London | 1 | 4.60x |
| Portsea | 1 | 11.10x |
| St Swithin Lincoln | 1 | 178.57x |
| Wilton In Guisbrough | 1 | 1000.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Haker 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 Haker 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 Haker households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Ag Lab | 2 |
| Scholar | 2 |
| Agric Impul Mechant | 1 |
| Cashier (Gt N Railway) | 1 |
| General Servant | 1 |
| Hotel Waiter | 1 |
| Mariner | 1 |
| Metal Inspector Iron | 1 |
| Nil | 1 |
| Platelayer | 1 |
| Shepherd | 1 |
| Soldier In 57th Regiment | 1 |
| Tailor | 1 |
| Washerwoman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 24 people were recorded with the Haker surname. That placed it at #30,215 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 15 in 2016. That gives Haker a modern rank of #37,092.
A surname derived from the occupation of hacking or cutting wood.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Haker 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.