UK surname
From an English surname meaning "high mound."
In the 1881 census there were 12 people recorded with the Haymond surname, ranking it #31,914 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 10, ranked #37,599, down from #31,914 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Mynyddyslwyn, Padstow and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Haymond is 133 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 16.7%.
1881 census count
12
Ranked #31,914
Modern count
10
2016, ranked #37,599
Peak year
1861
133 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Haymond surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Haymond 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 | 10 | #31,497 |
| 1861 | historical | 133 | #16,835 |
| 1881 | historical | 12 | #31,914 |
| 1891 | historical | 44 | #30,838 |
| 1901 | historical | 30 | #30,724 |
| 1911 | historical | 17 | #31,675 |
| 1997 | modern | 6 | #37,704 |
| 1998 | modern | 6 | #37,703 |
| 1999 | modern | 7 | #37,513 |
| 2000 | modern | 4 | #38,004 |
| 2001 | modern | 5 | #37,652 |
| 2002 | modern | 7 | #37,379 |
| 2003 | modern | 8 | #37,248 |
| 2004 | modern | 8 | #37,346 |
| 2005 | modern | 9 | #37,302 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 9 | #37,435 |
| 2008 | modern | 11 | #37,270 |
| 2009 | modern | 13 | #37,140 |
| 2010 | modern | 12 | #37,307 |
| 2011 | modern | 10 | #37,504 |
| 2012 | modern | 9 | #37,614 |
| 2013 | modern | 9 | #37,653 |
| 2014 | modern | 9 | #37,679 |
| 2015 | modern | 10 | #37,563 |
| 2016 | modern | 10 | #37,599 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Mynyddyslwyn, Padstow, London parishes, Trevethin with Pontypool and Gloucester City: St Mary-de-Lode, College Precincts, Kingsholm St Mary. 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 | Mynyddyslwyn | Monmouthshire |
| 2 | Padstow | Cornwall |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Trevethin with Pontypool | Monmouthshire |
| 5 | Gloucester City: St Mary-de-Lode, College Precincts, Kingsholm St Mary | Gloucestershire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Haymond 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 Haymond, 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 Haymond surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Haymond 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, Haymond 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 Haymond is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Haymond, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HAYMOND has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "heg" and "mund," meaning "hay" and "protection" or "guardian," respectively. The name likely referred to someone who was responsible for guarding or overseeing hay or hayfields.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century, with various spellings such as Haymund, Heymund, and Haimund appearing in historical records. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was William Heymund, who was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Shropshire in 1260.
During the 14th century, the name appeared in several historical documents, including the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1327, where a Robert Heymund was listed. Additionally, a John Haymund was recorded in the Pipe Rolls of Somerset in 1379.
In the 15th century, the surname HAYMOND was associated with several notable individuals. John Haymond, a prominent landowner from Gloucestershire, was born around 1420 and held significant estates in the region. Another John Haymond, who lived from 1452 to 1518, was a renowned scholar and rector of the University of Oxford.
The 16th century saw the name HAYMOND spread across various parts of England. One notable bearer was Sir Robert Haymond, born in 1540, who served as a member of Parliament for Wiltshire. Another significant figure was William Haymond, born in 1568, a successful merchant and alderman in the city of London.
In the 17th century, the HAYMOND surname continued to be prominent. Thomas Haymond, born in 1612, was a respected lawyer and judge in the Court of Common Pleas. Edward Haymond, born in 1645, was a prominent landowner and politician who served as a member of Parliament for Oxfordshire.
The 18th century brought forth several notable individuals with the HAYMOND surname. John Haymond, born in 1710, was a renowned playwright and poet whose works were widely acclaimed. Additionally, James Haymond, born in 1742, was a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in London.
Throughout the 19th century, the HAYMOND name continued to be associated with accomplished individuals. William Haymond, born in 1814, was a successful industrialist and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of his local community. Another notable figure was Charles Haymond, born in 1856, a renowned explorer and naturalist who made significant discoveries in the field of biology.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Haymond 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. Monmouthshire leads with 10 Haymonds recorded in 1881 and an index of 118.34x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouthshire | 10 | 118.34x |
| Devon | 1 | 4.11x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.86x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Trevethin in Monmouthshire leads with 10 Haymonds recorded in 1881 and an index of 1250.00x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Trevethin | 10 | 1250.00x |
| Mile End Old Town London | 1 | 40.16x |
| Paignton | 1 | 526.32x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Haymond surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 12 people were recorded with the Haymond surname. That placed it at #31,914 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 10 in 2016. That gives Haymond a modern rank of #37,599.
From an English surname meaning "high mound."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Haymond 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.