UK surname
A metonymic occupational surname for a maker or seller of a dish consisting of chopped or minced meat.
In the 1881 census there were 77 people recorded with the Hash surname, ranking it #22,617 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 34, ranked #35,768, down from #22,617 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Toxteth Park, Wigan and St Dunstan Stepney. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hash is 372 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 55.8%.
1881 census count
77
Ranked #22,617
Modern count
34
2016, ranked #35,768
Peak year
1861
372 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hash surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hash 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 | 50 | #24,274 |
| 1861 | historical | 372 | #6,857 |
| 1881 | historical | 77 | #22,617 |
| 1891 | historical | 189 | #15,547 |
| 1901 | historical | 19 | #31,911 |
| 1911 | historical | 54 | #27,423 |
| 1997 | modern | 19 | #35,928 |
| 1998 | modern | 14 | #36,565 |
| 1999 | modern | 9 | #37,217 |
| 2000 | modern | 2 | #38,472 |
| 2002 | modern | 2 | #38,400 |
| 2003 | modern | 3 | #38,198 |
| 2004 | modern | 3 | #38,241 |
| 2005 | modern | 4 | #38,078 |
| 2006 | modern | 2 | #38,590 |
| 2007 | modern | 2 | #38,617 |
| 2008 | modern | 3 | #38,396 |
| 2009 | modern | 10 | #37,446 |
| 2010 | modern | 14 | #37,124 |
| 2011 | modern | 15 | #37,030 |
| 2012 | modern | 22 | #36,431 |
| 2013 | modern | 23 | #36,414 |
| 2014 | modern | 25 | #36,314 |
| 2015 | modern | 26 | #36,228 |
| 2016 | modern | 34 | #35,768 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Toxteth Park, Wigan, St Dunstan Stepney, Lambeth and Whittlesey St Mary and St Andrew, Standground (Stilton & Peterborough, Northamptonshire). 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 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 2 | Wigan | Lancashire |
| 3 | St Dunstan Stepney | London (East Districts) |
| 4 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | Whittlesey St Mary and St Andrew, Standground (Stilton & Peterborough, Northamptonshire) | Cambridgeshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hash 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 Hash, 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 Hash surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hash 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, Hash 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 Hash is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hash, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "HASH" is believed to have originated in the Middle Ages in Germany, where it was likely derived from the Old German word "hasch," meaning "swift" or "nimble." The earliest recorded instances of the name date back to the 13th century, found in various medieval German records and manuscripts.
In the late 14th century, a notable reference to the surname HASH appears in the Codex Diplomaticus Brandenburgensis, an important collection of historical documents from the region of Brandenburg. The name is mentioned in connection with a landowner, Heinrich HASH, who held property near the town of Spandau.
As the name spread across German-speaking regions, it evolved into various spellings, such as Hasch, Hasche, and Haasch. Some of these variants can be found in the Bürgermeisterbücher (Mayor's Books) of cities like Nuremberg and Augsburg, which recorded the names of prominent citizens during the Renaissance period.
One of the earliest known bearers of the HASH surname was Johannes HASH, a scholar and theologian born in Heidelberg in 1482. He studied at the University of Paris and later became a professor at the University of Tübingen, where he taught until his death in 1549.
In the 17th century, the name HASH was also associated with the town of Haschen, located in what is now the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. This place name may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname in that region.
Another notable figure was Gottfried HASH (1660-1727), a German composer and organist who served as the Kapellmeister (Chapel Master) at the court of the Duke of Saxe-Weimar. His compositions, particularly his church music, were highly regarded during his lifetime.
In the 19th century, the HASH surname gained prominence in the field of literature with the writer and poet August HASH (1812-1887). Born in Stuttgart, he was part of the Swabian literary movement and published several collections of poetry and short stories.
While the name HASH has its roots in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. Despite its relatively low frequency, the surname has left its mark on history, with bearers contributing to various fields, including academia, music, and literature.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hash 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 22 Hashs recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.93x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 22 | 2.93x |
| Lancashire | 11 | 1.23x |
| Yorkshire | 8 | 1.07x |
| Devon | 7 | 4.48x |
| Essex | 7 | 4.72x |
| Surrey | 7 | 1.91x |
| Kent | 4 | 1.56x |
| Sussex | 3 | 2.37x |
| Northamptonshire | 2 | 2.83x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.60x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 0.68x |
| Hertfordshire | 1 | 1.93x |
| Huntingdonshire | 1 | 6.71x |
| Leicestershire | 1 | 1.20x |
| Norfolk | 1 | 0.87x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hindley in Lancashire leads with 11 Hashs recorded in 1881 and an index of 289.47x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hindley | 11 | 289.47x |
| Brixham | 7 | 386.74x |
| Kensington London | 6 | 14.37x |
| Stansfield | 6 | 218.98x |
| Whitechapel London | 5 | 67.57x |
| Harwich St Nicholas | 4 | 347.83x |
| St George In East London | 4 | 56.66x |
| Strood | 4 | 273.97x |
| Brighton | 3 | 11.74x |
| Farnham | 3 | 105.26x |
| Lambeth | 3 | 4.58x |
| Mile End Old Town London | 3 | 18.76x |
| Chester St Nicholas | 2 | 1818.18x |
| Islington London | 2 | 2.75x |
| Silverstone | 2 | 666.67x |
| Bristol St Augustine | 1 | 42.02x |
| Camberwell | 1 | 2.08x |
| Cottingham | 1 | 62.50x |
| Hackney London | 1 | 2.37x |
| Hertford St John | 1 | 129.87x |
| Humberstone | 1 | 147.06x |
| Leeds | 1 | 2.38x |
| Macclesfield | 1 | 13.57x |
| Shipdham | 1 | 256.41x |
| Somersham | 1 | 277.78x |
| Uxbridge | 1 | 116.28x |
| Walthamstow | 1 | 18.73x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hash 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 Hash surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 77 people were recorded with the Hash surname. That placed it at #22,617 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 34 in 2016. That gives Hash a modern rank of #35,768.
A metonymic occupational surname for a maker or seller of a dish consisting of chopped or minced meat.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hash 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.