UK surname
An English occupational surname for someone who made a type of leather leggings or gaiters.
In the 1881 census there were 56 people recorded with the Haskin surname, ranking it #25,733 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 36, ranked #35,648, down from #25,733 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff, Brampton and Long Benton. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Haskin is 209 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 35.7%.
1881 census count
56
Ranked #25,733
Modern count
36
2016, ranked #35,648
Peak year
1861
209 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Haskin surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Haskin 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 | 73 | #20,581 |
| 1861 | historical | 209 | #11,596 |
| 1881 | historical | 56 | #25,733 |
| 1891 | historical | 91 | #25,239 |
| 1901 | historical | 36 | #30,099 |
| 1911 | historical | 95 | #23,294 |
| 1997 | modern | 41 | #33,552 |
| 1998 | modern | 33 | #34,532 |
| 1999 | modern | 35 | #34,418 |
| 2000 | modern | 35 | #34,420 |
| 2001 | modern | 35 | #34,261 |
| 2002 | modern | 35 | #34,554 |
| 2003 | modern | 32 | #34,862 |
| 2004 | modern | 32 | #35,019 |
| 2005 | modern | 37 | #34,815 |
| 2006 | modern | 36 | #35,131 |
| 2007 | modern | 37 | #35,215 |
| 2008 | modern | 37 | #35,327 |
| 2009 | modern | 41 | #35,221 |
| 2010 | modern | 40 | #35,403 |
| 2011 | modern | 41 | #35,340 |
| 2012 | modern | 39 | #35,415 |
| 2013 | modern | 39 | #35,483 |
| 2014 | modern | 41 | #35,396 |
| 2015 | modern | 35 | #35,702 |
| 2016 | modern | 36 | #35,648 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff, Brampton, Long Benton, St Marylebone and St Buryan. 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 | Bristol City: St Mary Redcliff | Gloucestershire |
| 2 | Brampton | Derbyshire |
| 3 | Long Benton | Northumberland |
| 4 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| 5 | St Buryan | Cornwall |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Haskin 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 Haskin, 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 Haskin surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Haskin 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, Haskin 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 Haskin is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Haskin, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Haskin is of English origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "haecc," which referred to a hatch or gate, often associated with a small wicket door. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, referring to someone who was responsible for operating a hatch or gate.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Haskin can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Cambridgeshire, a survey of landholders in England conducted in 1273. The rolls mention a John Haskyn, indicating that the name was already in use during the 13th century.
The Haskin surname is also believed to have connections with the village of Haskin in Warwickshire, England. This place name, derived from the Old English words "haecc" and "ing" (meaning "belonging to"), further reinforces the surname's roots in the region.
A notable early bearer of the Haskin name was William Haskin, a 14th-century merchant and alderman in the City of London. Records show that he was actively involved in trade and civic affairs during the reign of Edward III (1312-1377).
Another significant figure was Sir Richard Haskin, a prominent military commander who served under King Henry V during the Hundred Years' War. Sir Richard played a crucial role in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415 and was knighted for his bravery on the battlefield.
In the 16th century, John Haskin (1525-1592) gained recognition as a respected scholar and theologian. He was appointed as the Regius Professor of Divinity at the University of Oxford and contributed significantly to the study of religious texts and theological debates of his time.
The Haskin surname also found its way to the American colonies, with one of the earliest recorded instances being that of Robert Haskin, who settled in Virginia in 1635. His descendants went on to establish themselves in various parts of the United States, further spreading the name across the country.
Other notable individuals with the Haskin surname include the English author and poet Anne Haskin (1675-1743), whose works were widely read and celebrated during the 18th century, and the American politician and diplomat David Haskin (1783-1859), who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a diplomat in several countries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Haskin 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. Lancashire leads with 9 Haskins recorded in 1881 and an index of 1.39x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 9 | 1.39x |
| Northumberland | 7 | 8.62x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 1.10x |
| Cheshire | 5 | 4.15x |
| Staffordshire | 5 | 2.71x |
| Suffolk | 5 | 7.52x |
| Durham | 4 | 2.46x |
| Glamorgan | 4 | 4.21x |
| Nottinghamshire | 2 | 2.72x |
| Warwickshire | 2 | 1.45x |
| Devon | 1 | 0.88x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.89x |
| Kent | 1 | 0.54x |
| Lanarkshire | 1 | 0.57x |
| Oxfordshire | 1 | 2.97x |
| Somerset | 1 | 1.14x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.38x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Liverpool in Lancashire leads with 9 Haskins recorded in 1881 and an index of 22.87x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 9 | 22.87x |
| Longbenton | 6 | 174.42x |
| Ipswich St Mary Stoke | 5 | 806.45x |
| Little Meolse | 5 | 2941.18x |
| Swansea Town | 4 | 51.35x |
| Wolverhampton | 4 | 28.23x |
| Leamington Priors | 2 | 59.00x |
| Limehouse London | 2 | 33.39x |
| Nottingham St Mary | 2 | 10.50x |
| Poplar London | 2 | 19.40x |
| St Botolph Aldgate London | 2 | 178.57x |
| Stockton On Tees | 2 | 25.54x |
| West Herrington | 2 | 350.88x |
| Glasgow | 1 | 3.19x |
| Isle Abbotts | 1 | 1428.57x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 2.10x |
| Leafield | 1 | 769.23x |
| Maidstone | 1 | 18.02x |
| Plymouth Charles The | 1 | 19.96x |
| Portchester | 1 | 714.29x |
| Westgate | 1 | 19.88x |
| Willenhall | 1 | 28.99x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Haskin 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 Haskin surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 56 people were recorded with the Haskin surname. That placed it at #25,733 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 36 in 2016. That gives Haskin a modern rank of #35,648.
An English occupational surname for someone who made a type of leather leggings or gaiters.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Haskin 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.