UK surname
Derived from the Germanic personal name Hamo, meaning "home" or "house," combined with the patronymic suffix -son.
In the 1881 census there were 73 people recorded with the Hammons surname, ranking it #23,220 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 22, ranked #36,533, down from #23,220 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Wolverhampton, Edmonton and Gelligaer. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hammons is 196 in 1851. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 69.9%.
1881 census count
73
Ranked #23,220
Modern count
22
2016, ranked #36,533
Peak year
1851
196 bearers
Map years
2
1851 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hammons surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hammons 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 | 196 | #10,573 |
| 1861 | historical | 151 | #15,209 |
| 1881 | historical | 73 | #23,220 |
| 1891 | historical | 86 | #25,951 |
| 1901 | historical | 59 | #27,609 |
| 1911 | historical | 35 | #29,478 |
| 1997 | modern | 31 | #34,582 |
| 1998 | modern | 35 | #34,344 |
| 1999 | modern | 29 | #35,031 |
| 2000 | modern | 21 | #35,799 |
| 2001 | modern | 22 | #35,531 |
| 2002 | modern | 23 | #35,606 |
| 2003 | modern | 22 | #35,740 |
| 2004 | modern | 23 | #35,786 |
| 2005 | modern | 27 | #35,588 |
| 2006 | modern | 22 | #36,105 |
| 2007 | modern | 19 | #36,450 |
| 2008 | modern | 20 | #36,443 |
| 2009 | modern | 22 | #36,394 |
| 2010 | modern | 22 | #36,462 |
| 2011 | modern | 21 | #36,502 |
| 2012 | modern | 24 | #36,288 |
| 2013 | modern | 25 | #36,276 |
| 2014 | modern | 26 | #36,244 |
| 2015 | modern | 23 | #36,424 |
| 2016 | modern | 22 | #36,533 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Wolverhampton, Edmonton, Gelligaer, North Nibley, Wotton-under-Edge and Northampton St Giles, Northampton St Sepulchre, Northampton Priory. 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 | Wolverhampton | Staffordshire |
| 2 | Edmonton | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 3 | Gelligaer | Glamorganshire |
| 4 | North Nibley, Wotton-under-Edge | Gloucestershire |
| 5 | Northampton St Giles, Northampton St Sepulchre, Northampton Priory | Northamptonshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hammons 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 Hammons, 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 Hammons surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hammons 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, Hammons 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 Hammons is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hammons, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HAMMONS is of English origin and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Hamo," which is a diminutive of the Germanic name "Haimo." The name "Haimo" itself means "home" or "homestead."
The earliest recorded instances of the HAMMONS surname date back to the 13th century. Some of the earliest spellings include "Hamon," "Hamoun," and "Hamun." These variations in spelling were common during the Middle Ages due to inconsistencies in record-keeping and the lack of standardized spelling conventions.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the HAMMONS surname was John Hamon, who was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Sussex in 1230. Another early reference can be found in the Assize Rolls of Staffordshire in 1292, where a Richard Hamun was listed.
The HAMMONS surname is also linked to various place names in England, such as Hammon in Dorset, Hamond's Green in Berkshire, and Hammondswick in Somerset. These place names likely originated from individuals with the HAMMONS surname who resided in those areas.
Notable individuals with the HAMMONS surname throughout history include:
1. Sir John Hammons (c. 1350-1419), an English soldier and Member of Parliament during the reign of King Henry IV.
2. William Hammons (c. 1540-1610), an English merchant and explorer who is believed to have been one of the first Europeans to establish trade relations with Japan.
3. Elizabeth Hammons (1628-1703), an English Quaker preacher and author who wrote several religious tracts and pamphlets.
4. Thomas Hammons (1735-1819), an American Revolutionary War soldier who fought in the Battle of Guilford Courthouse.
5. James Hammons (1809-1892), an American pioneer and farmer who helped establish one of the first settlements in the Oregon Territory.
While the HAMMONS surname has its roots in England, it has since spread to various parts of the world, particularly through migration and colonization. However, its origins can be traced back to the Old English personal name "Hamo" and the early Middle Ages, when the name first appeared in historical records.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hammons 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. Glamorgan leads with 12 Hammons' recorded in 1881 and an index of 9.68x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Glamorgan | 12 | 9.68x |
| Middlesex | 11 | 1.55x |
| Gloucestershire | 9 | 6.45x |
| Northamptonshire | 9 | 13.44x |
| Shropshire | 7 | 11.38x |
| Buckinghamshire | 5 | 11.62x |
| Yorkshire | 4 | 0.57x |
| Hampshire | 3 | 2.06x |
| Monmouthshire | 3 | 5.83x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.24x |
| Lincolnshire | 2 | 1.76x |
| Warwickshire | 2 | 1.11x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 1.87x |
| Kent | 1 | 0.41x |
| Leicestershire | 1 | 1.27x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.29x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Gelligaer in Glamorgan leads with 12 Hammons' recorded in 1881 and an index of 424.03x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer | 12 | 424.03x |
| Northampton Priory St | 9 | 223.88x |
| Bisley | 7 | 551.18x |
| Islington London | 7 | 10.14x |
| Stottesdon | 7 | 2500.00x |
| Olney | 5 | 833.33x |
| Goodworth Clatford | 3 | 2500.00x |
| Lofthouse Cum Carlton | 3 | 348.84x |
| Aberystruth | 2 | 44.05x |
| Chelsea London | 2 | 9.32x |
| Coventry St Michael | 2 | 34.66x |
| Liverpool | 2 | 3.90x |
| Bristol St Michael | 1 | 83.33x |
| Buscot | 1 | 1111.11x |
| Down Ampney | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Edenbridge | 1 | 208.33x |
| Friern Barnet | 1 | 63.69x |
| Glentworth | 1 | 1111.11x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 1.61x |
| Leicester St Mary | 1 | 15.67x |
| Llantillio Pertholey | 1 | 333.33x |
| New Malton | 1 | 119.05x |
| Spalding | 1 | 44.25x |
| Spitalfields London | 1 | 18.69x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hammons 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 Hammons 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 Hammons households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 13 |
| Coal Miner | 5 |
| Ag Lab | 2 |
| Factory Hand (Wln) | 2 |
| Shoe Riveter | 2 |
| Ag Labourer Shepherd | 1 |
| Brewer | 1 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Butcher | 1 |
| Coal Miner Wife | 1 |
| Commercial Book Publisher | 1 |
| Cotton Spinner | 1 |
| Dom Serv | 1 |
| Dress Maker | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Dressmaker Apprentice | 1 |
| Factory Hand (Goods Textile) | 1 |
| Gardner (N.D.) | 1 |
| Innkeeper | 1 |
| Keeper Of Bdgs | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Milk Carrier | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Nurse Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Plumber Glazier Employing 2 Men & 3 Boys | 1 |
| Printers Son | 1 |
| Railway Stoker | 1 |
| Sch | 1 |
| Sexton | 1 |
| Woodturner | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 73 people were recorded with the Hammons surname. That placed it at #23,220 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 22 in 2016. That gives Hammons a modern rank of #36,533.
Derived from the Germanic personal name Hamo, meaning "home" or "house," combined with the patronymic suffix -son.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hammons 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.