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UK surname

Hattingh

A Dutch surname derived from a place name, possibly related to "hat" or "hat-maker".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Waltham Forest, Bolsover and Hertsmere.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hattingh is 123 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

123

2016, ranked #27,115

Peak year

2016

123 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 123 in 2016, ranked #27,115.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 13 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Hattingh surname distribution map

The map shows where the Hattingh surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Hattingh surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Hattingh over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1861 historical 13 #32,208
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1997 modern 32 #34,472
1998 modern 32 #34,633
1999 modern 40 #33,967
2000 modern 40 #33,976
2001 modern 45 #33,401
2002 modern 52 #33,110
2003 modern 56 #32,797
2004 modern 64 #32,286
2005 modern 66 #32,303
2006 modern 69 #32,343
2007 modern 83 #31,183
2008 modern 91 #30,431
2009 modern 86 #31,612
2010 modern 110 #28,666
2011 modern 102 #29,759
2012 modern 116 #27,550
2013 modern 113 #28,502
2014 modern 112 #28,934
2015 modern 117 #27,982
2016 modern 123 #27,115

Geography

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Where Hattinghs are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Waltham Forest, Bolsover, Hertsmere, Lancaster and Camden. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Waltham Forest 027 Waltham Forest
2 Bolsover 001 Bolsover
3 Hertsmere 010 Hertsmere
4 Lancaster 011 Lancaster
5 Camden 002 Camden

Forenames

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First names often paired with Hattingh

These lists show first names that appear often with the Hattingh surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Hattingh

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Hattingh, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Hattingh surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Hattingh household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Hattingh is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Hattingh is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Hattingh falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hattingh is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Hattingh, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Hattingh

The surname "HATTINGH" is of Dutch origin and can be traced back to the 17th century in the Netherlands. It is believed to be a locational surname, derived from the town or village of Hattingen, which is located in the province of South Holland. The name is thought to have originated from the Old Dutch words "hat" and "inghe," meaning "the people of the hat."

During the Dutch Golden Age, many Dutch settlers and traders embarked on voyages to various parts of the world, including the Cape Colony in South Africa. It is likely that some of the earliest bearers of the Hattingh surname arrived in South Africa during this period, as the name became well-established in the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Hattingh surname can be found in the baptismal records of the Dutch Reformed Church in Cape Town, dating back to the late 17th century. In 1692, a child named Pieter Hattingh was baptized in the church, indicating the presence of the Hattingh family in the Cape Colony at that time.

Over the centuries, the Hattingh name has been associated with various notable individuals. One such figure was Jacobus Hattingh (1705-1779), a prominent farmer and landowner in the Cape Colony. He was known for his extensive landholdings and his role in the development of the local agricultural industry.

Another prominent bearer of the Hattingh surname was Martinus Hattingh (1767-1842), a Dutch-born military officer who served in the Cape Colony during the Napoleonic Wars. He played a significant role in defending the colony against British forces and was later recognized for his bravery and leadership.

In the 20th century, the Hattingh name gained further recognition through the achievements of Johanna Hattingh (1915-1994), a renowned South African botanist and academic. She made significant contributions to the field of plant taxonomy and served as the director of the Compton Herbarium at the University of Cape Town.

Other notable individuals with the Hattingh surname include Pieter Hattingh (1808-1874), a South African politician and member of the Cape Parliament; Hendrik Hattingh (1856-1923), a successful businessman and founder of the Hattingh & Sons Trading Company; and Adriaan Hattingh (1886-1965), a celebrated Afrikaner poet and writer.

The Hattingh surname has left an indelible mark on the history and culture of South Africa, with its roots firmly planted in the Dutch heritage of the region. Despite its long and illustrious lineage, the name continues to be proudly carried by many individuals today, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of this storied surname.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Hattingh surname: questions and answers

How common is the Hattingh surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 123 in 2016. That gives Hattingh a modern rank of #27,115.

What does the Hattingh surname mean?

A Dutch surname derived from a place name, possibly related to "hat" or "hat-maker".

What does the Hattingh map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hattingh bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.