UK surname
A German surname derived from the word "Hase" meaning hare or rabbit.
In the 1881 census there were 83 people recorded with the Haseman surname, ranking it #21,808 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 38, ranked #35,537, down from #21,808 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Ashtead, Ilkley and Yalding, Aylesford, Burham, Mereworth, Wateringbury, Nettlestead. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Haseman is 103 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 54.2%.
1881 census count
83
Ranked #21,808
Modern count
38
2016, ranked #35,537
Peak year
1891
103 bearers
Map years
1
1891 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Haseman surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Haseman 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 | 35 | #27,037 |
| 1861 | historical | 40 | #28,970 |
| 1881 | historical | 83 | #21,808 |
| 1891 | historical | 103 | #23,558 |
| 1901 | historical | 88 | #24,270 |
| 1911 | historical | 99 | #22,850 |
| 1997 | modern | 45 | #33,168 |
| 1998 | modern | 41 | #33,747 |
| 1999 | modern | 44 | #33,601 |
| 2000 | modern | 40 | #33,976 |
| 2001 | modern | 38 | #34,004 |
| 2002 | modern | 40 | #34,133 |
| 2003 | modern | 38 | #34,361 |
| 2004 | modern | 38 | #34,555 |
| 2005 | modern | 40 | #34,562 |
| 2006 | modern | 47 | #34,335 |
| 2007 | modern | 47 | #34,558 |
| 2008 | modern | 48 | #34,629 |
| 2009 | modern | 46 | #34,918 |
| 2010 | modern | 45 | #35,130 |
| 2011 | modern | 44 | #35,161 |
| 2012 | modern | 39 | #35,415 |
| 2013 | modern | 40 | #35,439 |
| 2014 | modern | 39 | #35,493 |
| 2015 | modern | 39 | #35,472 |
| 2016 | modern | 38 | #35,537 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Ashtead, Ilkley, Yalding, Aylesford, Burham, Mereworth, Wateringbury, Nettlestead, Epsom and St Matthew Bethnal Green. 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 | Ashtead | Surrey |
| 2 | Ilkley | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 3 | Yalding, Aylesford, Burham, Mereworth, Wateringbury, Nettlestead | Kent |
| 4 | Epsom | Surrey |
| 5 | St Matthew Bethnal Green | London (East Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Haseman 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 Haseman, 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 Haseman surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Haseman 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, Haseman 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 Haseman is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Haseman, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Haseman is of German origin, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. The name likely derives from the Old German word "has" or "hase," which means hare or rabbit. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname for someone who hunted or kept hares.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Haseman surname can be found in the Codex Traditionum Westfalicarum, a medieval manuscript from the 13th century that documents land transactions in the region of Westphalia, Germany. Here, the name appears as "Haseman" in reference to an individual who owned or resided on lands near a hare-populated area.
During the 16th century, the name Haseman appeared in various church records and municipal documents across parts of modern-day Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony. Notable individuals from this period include Hans Haseman (1510-1580), a prominent printer in the city of Nuremberg, and Gertrude Haseman (1522-1598), a respected midwife in the town of Bamberg.
In the 17th century, the Haseman surname gained prominence in the town of Aschaffenburg, located in the state of Bavaria. Johann Haseman (1622-1678), a respected clockmaker and artisan, established a family lineage that continued for several generations in the region.
As the name spread across Europe, variations in spelling emerged, such as Haasemann, Hasemann, and Haasman. One notable figure was Friedrich Hasemann (1779-1856), a German botanist and explorer who traveled extensively in South America and Asia, making significant contributions to the study of plant life in these regions.
Another individual of historical significance was Johanna Hasemann (1832-1914), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in Germany. She established several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women.
Throughout the centuries, the Haseman surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including academics, artists, and professionals. The name continues to hold a strong presence in Germany and has also been embraced by descendants in other parts of the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Haseman 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. Surrey leads with 34 Hasemans recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.62x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Surrey | 34 | 8.62x |
| Middlesex | 20 | 2.47x |
| Oxfordshire | 9 | 18.00x |
| Kent | 5 | 1.81x |
| Lancashire | 5 | 0.52x |
| Wiltshire | 3 | 4.19x |
| Essex | 2 | 1.25x |
| Sussex | 2 | 1.47x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 1.65x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.42x |
| Herefordshire | 1 | 3.01x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Epsom in Surrey leads with 15 Hasemans recorded in 1881 and an index of 781.25x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Epsom | 15 | 781.25x |
| Bethnal Green London | 12 | 34.12x |
| Ashtead | 8 | 3076.92x |
| Mickleham | 7 | 3181.82x |
| Caversham | 5 | 500.00x |
| Liverpool | 5 | 8.57x |
| St George In East London | 5 | 65.70x |
| Eye Dunsden | 4 | 1666.67x |
| Plumstead | 4 | 43.43x |
| Poplar London | 3 | 19.63x |
| West Wellow | 3 | 1875.00x |
| Ewell | 2 | 240.96x |
| Croydon | 1 | 4.57x |
| East Ham | 1 | 33.67x |
| Eastbourne | 1 | 15.92x |
| Greenwich | 1 | 7.76x |
| Hove | 1 | 16.69x |
| Moreton On Lugg | 1 | 5000.00x |
| Ockham | 1 | 666.67x |
| Reading St Giles | 1 | 16.78x |
| Stranton | 1 | 12.33x |
| West Thurrock | 1 | 188.68x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Haseman 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 Haseman surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 83 people were recorded with the Haseman surname. That placed it at #21,808 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 38 in 2016. That gives Haseman a modern rank of #35,537.
A German surname derived from the word "Hase" meaning hare or rabbit.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Haseman 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.