UK surname
A surname derived from the pet form of the name Jasper, meaning "treasurer."
In the 1881 census there were 9 people recorded with the Hasper surname, ranking it #32,416 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 1, ranked #39,061, down from #32,416 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Wolverhampton, Dudley and Earsdon. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hasper is 159 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 88.9%.
1881 census count
9
Ranked #32,416
Modern count
1
2016, ranked #39,061
Peak year
1861
159 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hasper surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hasper 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 | 14 | #30,790 |
| 1861 | historical | 159 | #14,553 |
| 1881 | historical | 9 | #32,416 |
| 1891 | historical | 95 | #24,694 |
| 1901 | historical | 32 | #30,501 |
| 1911 | historical | 54 | #27,423 |
| 1997 | modern | 3 | #38,317 |
| 1998 | modern | 3 | #38,304 |
| 1999 | modern | 3 | #38,318 |
| 2000 | modern | 3 | #38,248 |
| 2001 | modern | 2 | #38,335 |
| 2008 | modern | 1 | #38,949 |
| 2009 | modern | 1 | #38,998 |
| 2010 | modern | 1 | #39,020 |
| 2011 | modern | 1 | #39,015 |
| 2012 | modern | 1 | #38,986 |
| 2013 | modern | 1 | #39,008 |
| 2014 | modern | 1 | #39,020 |
| 2015 | modern | 1 | #39,021 |
| 2016 | modern | 1 | #39,061 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Wolverhampton, Dudley, Earsdon, Hanmer and Ramsbury. 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 | Dudley | Staffordshire |
| 3 | Earsdon | Northumberland |
| 4 | Hanmer | Shropshire |
| 5 | Ramsbury | Berkshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hasper 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 Hasper, 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 Hasper surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hasper 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, Hasper 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 Hasper is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hasper, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hasper originated in Germany in the late 15th century. It is derived from the Middle Low German word "hasper," which means "hasp" or a clasp used to fasten a door or gate. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to an occupation or trade involving metalwork or locksmithing.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hasper can be found in the town records of Lübeck, Germany, from the year 1492, where a certain Hans Hasper is mentioned as a blacksmith. The name also appears in various other historical documents from the region, including parish records and tax rolls from the 16th and 17th centuries.
In the early 1600s, the name Hasper began to spread beyond its original geographic origins, as some families migrated to other parts of Europe. For example, a family by the name of Hasper is recorded as having settled in the town of Leeuwarden, in the Netherlands, around 1620.
One notable individual with the surname Hasper was Johann Hasper (1671-1737), a German theologian and philosopher from Saxony. He is best known for his work on Christian ethics and his critical analysis of the writings of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz.
Another noteworthy figure was Hans Hasper (1806-1878), a German-born artist and engraver who spent much of his career in England. His etchings and engravings of landscapes and architectural scenes were highly regarded in his time.
In the 19th century, the name Hasper can be found in various records from the United States, indicating that some families had emigrated from Europe. One such individual was William Hasper (1824-1901), a farmer and businessman from Pennsylvania.
Other notable individuals with the surname Hasper include:
1. Friedrich Hasper (1832-1908), a German philologist and educator. 2. Gertrud Hasper (1876-1962), a German artist known for her paintings and woodcut prints. 3. Karl Hasper (1891-1976), a German architect and urban planner who worked in Berlin and Hamburg. 4. Edith Hasper (1915-2002), an American author and illustrator of children's books. 5. Gerhard Hasper (born 1946), a German politician and member of the Christian Democratic Union party.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hasper 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 4 Haspers recorded in 1881 and an index of 9.37x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Surrey | 4 | 9.37x |
| Lancashire | 3 | 2.88x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 1.14x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 3.38x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Epsom in Surrey leads with 4 Haspers recorded in 1881 and an index of 1904.76x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Epsom | 4 | 1904.76x |
| Manchester | 2 | 42.74x |
| Friern Barnet | 1 | 526.32x |
| Handsworth | 1 | 136.99x |
| Tonge With Haulgh | 1 | 500.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hasper surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 9 people were recorded with the Hasper surname. That placed it at #32,416 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 1 in 2016. That gives Hasper a modern rank of #39,061.
A surname derived from the pet form of the name Jasper, meaning "treasurer."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hasper 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.