UK surname
A variant of the English locational surname derived from a place name meaning "hay's enclosure".
In the 1881 census there were 126 people recorded with the Hayson surname, ranking it #17,245 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 15, ranked #37,092, down from #17,245 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to London parishes, St Leonard Shoreditch and Lambeth. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hayson is 324 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 88.1%.
1881 census count
126
Ranked #17,245
Modern count
15
2016, ranked #37,092
Peak year
1861
324 bearers
Map years
5
1851 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hayson surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hayson surname density by area, 1881 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 | 162 | #12,215 |
| 1861 | historical | 324 | #7,860 |
| 1881 | historical | 126 | #17,245 |
| 1891 | historical | 224 | #13,760 |
| 1901 | historical | 86 | #24,508 |
| 1911 | historical | 200 | #14,960 |
| 1997 | modern | 25 | #35,261 |
| 1998 | modern | 21 | #35,788 |
| 1999 | modern | 19 | #36,041 |
| 2000 | modern | 15 | #36,425 |
| 2001 | modern | 13 | #36,483 |
| 2002 | modern | 12 | #36,679 |
| 2003 | modern | 10 | #36,964 |
| 2004 | modern | 8 | #37,346 |
| 2005 | modern | 10 | #37,180 |
| 2006 | modern | 9 | #37,345 |
| 2007 | modern | 11 | #37,217 |
| 2008 | modern | 8 | #37,597 |
| 2009 | modern | 10 | #37,446 |
| 2010 | modern | 14 | #37,124 |
| 2011 | modern | 9 | #37,598 |
| 2012 | modern | 11 | #37,394 |
| 2013 | modern | 13 | #37,224 |
| 2014 | modern | 13 | #37,256 |
| 2015 | modern | 13 | #37,251 |
| 2016 | modern | 15 | #37,092 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around London parishes, St Leonard Shoreditch, Lambeth and Brancepeth. 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 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 2 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | Brancepeth | Durham |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hayson 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 Hayson, 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 Hayson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hayson 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, Hayson 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 Hayson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hayson, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hayson is believed to have originated in England, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be a locational name, derived from a place called "Hays" or a similar variation, possibly referring to a small village or hamlet. The name may also be linked to the Old English word "hæg," meaning "hedge" or "enclosure."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hayson can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from 1279, where it appears as "Heyson." This suggests that the name had already been established in the region by the late 13th century.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name appeared in various records across different counties in England. For instance, in 1598, a Thomas Hayson was mentioned in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Warwick. Additionally, a William Hayson was baptized in the village of Willersey, Gloucestershire, in 1625.
Notably, the Hayson surname has been associated with several historical figures throughout the centuries. One such individual was John Hayson, a renowned English painter who lived from 1615 to 1680. His works, primarily portraiture, were highly regarded during his lifetime and can be found in various collections across Britain.
Another prominent figure bearing the Hayson name was Sir Edward Hayson (1720-1791), a successful merchant and politician who served as the Lord Mayor of London in 1775. He played a significant role in the city's governance during a tumultuous period in British history.
In the 19th century, the Hayson family established themselves as prominent landowners in the county of Berkshire. William Hayson (1810-1878) was a notable figure who owned several estates in the region and was actively involved in local affairs.
Other historical references to the Hayson surname include Robert Hayson (1635-1712), a clergyman who served as the rector of St. Mary's Church in Warwick, and Elizabeth Hayson (1745-1823), a philanthropist known for her charitable works in the city of Bristol.
While the Hayson name may have had variations in spelling over the centuries, such as Heyson, Haison, or Hayton, it has maintained a distinct presence in English historical records, spanning multiple regions and social strata.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hayson 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 30 Haysons recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.14x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 30 | 2.14x |
| Hampshire | 21 | 7.29x |
| Durham | 20 | 4.79x |
| Surrey | 20 | 2.92x |
| Channel Islands | 17 | 40.85x |
| Lancashire | 13 | 0.78x |
| Yorkshire | 6 | 0.43x |
| Monmouthshire | 5 | 4.92x |
| Berkshire | 4 | 3.79x |
| Dorset | 4 | 4.34x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.32x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 0.83x |
| Herefordshire | 1 | 1.74x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 5.97x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Peter Port in Channel Islands leads with 17 Haysons recorded in 1881 and an index of 220.78x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter Port | 17 | 220.78x |
| Clapham | 15 | 85.42x |
| Brandon Byshottles | 13 | 248.57x |
| Southampton St Mary | 9 | 49.72x |
| Ardwick | 6 | 39.92x |
| Chelsea London | 6 | 14.17x |
| Islington London | 6 | 4.41x |
| South Stoneham | 6 | 96.00x |
| Aberystruth | 5 | 55.87x |
| Bishopwearmouth | 5 | 13.94x |
| Portsea | 5 | 8.86x |
| St Dunstan In East London | 5 | 4545.45x |
| Bethnal Green London | 4 | 6.56x |
| Sonning | 4 | 344.83x |
| Battersea | 3 | 5.81x |
| Shafton | 3 | 1428.57x |
| Sturminster Marshall | 3 | 769.23x |
| Hackney London | 2 | 2.54x |
| Haworth | 2 | 60.42x |
| Manchester | 2 | 2.67x |
| Shoreditch London | 2 | 3.28x |
| Alverstoke | 1 | 9.60x |
| Camberwell | 1 | 1.11x |
| Chorlton Cum Hardy | 1 | 90.09x |
| Dorchester St Peter | 1 | 149.25x |
| Finchley | 1 | 18.59x |
| Gorton | 1 | 6.38x |
| Hampstead London | 1 | 4.57x |
| Haslington | 1 | 114.94x |
| Hensingham | 1 | 101.01x |
| Kinnersley | 1 | 666.67x |
| Lathom | 1 | 49.75x |
| Richmond | 1 | 10.43x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 6.99x |
| Salford | 1 | 2.04x |
| Sculcoates | 1 | 4.53x |
| St George Hanover Square | 1 | 4.04x |
| St Pancras London | 1 | 0.88x |
| Stockton On Tees | 1 | 4.97x |
| Sunderland | 1 | 13.55x |
| Whitechapel London | 1 | 7.22x |
| Woodplumpton | 1 | 166.67x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hayson surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Sarah | 7 |
| Mary | 6 |
| Elizabeth | 5 |
| Alice | 3 |
| Ann | 3 |
| Charlotte | 3 |
| Ellen | 3 |
| Emma | 3 |
| Eliza | 2 |
| Elizth. | 2 |
| Hannah | 2 |
| Selina | 2 |
| (Mrs) | 1 |
| Amelia | 1 |
| Anne | 1 |
| Annie | 1 |
| Augusta | 1 |
| Catherine | 1 |
| Edna | 1 |
| Elenor | 1 |
| Fannie | 1 |
| Harriett | 1 |
| Isabella | 1 |
| Jane | 1 |
| Jessie | 1 |
| Josephine | 1 |
| Kate | 1 |
| Kent | 1 |
| Louisa | 1 |
| Lydia | 1 |
| Maria | 1 |
| Matilda | 1 |
| Maud | 1 |
| Rosa | 1 |
| Rose | 1 |
| Sophia | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Hayson surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| William | 10 |
| John | 7 |
| George | 6 |
| Henry | 5 |
| Arthur | 4 |
| James | 4 |
| Albert | 3 |
| Alfred | 3 |
| Charles | 3 |
| Ralph | 3 |
| Thomas | 3 |
| Joseph | 2 |
| Richard | 2 |
| Thos. | 2 |
| Walter | 2 |
| Andrew | 1 |
| Chas. | 1 |
| Chas.J. | 1 |
| Daniel | 1 |
| Ernest | 1 |
| Francis | 1 |
| Frederick | 1 |
| G.E. | 1 |
| Harry | 1 |
| Josiah | 1 |
| Lewis | 1 |
| Nathan | 1 |
| Ned | 1 |
| Percy | 1 |
| Samuel | 1 |
| Sidney | 1 |
| Timothy | 1 |
| Willoughby | 1 |
| Wm. | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 126 people were recorded with the Hayson surname. That placed it at #17,245 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 15 in 2016. That gives Hayson a modern rank of #37,092.
A variant of the English locational surname derived from a place name meaning "hay's enclosure".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hayson 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.