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Hendrickson

Son of Hendrick, a Dutch or German patronymic surname derived from the given name Hendrick or Heinrich.

In the 1881 census there were 22 people recorded with the Hendrickson surname, ranking it #30,464 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 356, ranked #12,978, up from #30,464 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Leeds, Luton and Middlesbrough.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hendrickson is 370 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 1518.2%.

1881 census count

22

Ranked #30,464

Modern count

356

2016, ranked #12,978

Peak year

2010

370 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Hendrickson had 22 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #30,464 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 356 in 2016, ranked #12,978.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 57 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Hendrickson surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Hendrickson surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Hendrickson 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
1851 historical 3 #32,890
1861 historical 13 #32,208
1881 historical 22 #30,464
1891 historical 50 #30,253
1901 historical 48 #28,808
1911 historical 57 #27,099
1997 modern 275 #14,335
1998 modern 279 #14,592
1999 modern 274 #14,826
2000 modern 283 #14,488
2001 modern 277 #14,474
2002 modern 285 #14,483
2003 modern 286 #14,259
2004 modern 305 #13,752
2005 modern 316 #13,351
2006 modern 323 #13,205
2007 modern 323 #13,351
2008 modern 330 #13,257
2009 modern 350 #12,972
2010 modern 370 #12,701
2011 modern 361 #12,800
2012 modern 328 #13,625
2013 modern 347 #13,260
2014 modern 352 #13,206
2015 modern 350 #13,159
2016 modern 356 #12,978

Geography

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Where Hendricksons 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 Leeds, Luton, Middlesbrough and Birmingham. 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 Leeds 042 Leeds
2 Leeds 038 Leeds
3 Luton 020 Luton
4 Middlesbrough 011 Middlesbrough
5 Birmingham 043 Birmingham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Hendrickson

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Hendrickson

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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Hendrickson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Hendrickson 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Hendrickson is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

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

Hendrickson 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

Hendrickson falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

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

1
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hendrickson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

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

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

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

Meaning and origin of Hendrickson

The surname Hendrickson has its origins in the Low German regions of Northern Europe, particularly in the Netherlands and parts of Germany. It emerged in the medieval period, likely between the 12th and 14th centuries. The name is a patronymic, meaning "son of Hendrick" or "son of Hendrik," which is a variant of the name Henry, derived from the Germanic name Heimrich.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hendrickson can be found in the archives of the city of Leiden, Netherlands, dated back to the late 15th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Hendricsz, Hendriksz, and Hendricksen, reflecting the linguistic variations of the time.

Historically, the Hendrickson name was associated with families from rural areas and small towns, with many members engaging in agricultural or craft-related occupations. However, there are also notable individuals who bore this surname throughout history.

One such individual was Hendrick Hendrickson (c. 1570-1655), a Dutch explorer who is credited with being one of the first Europeans to establish a settlement in what is now Delaware, United States. He led an expedition for the Dutch West India Company and founded a small colony along the Delaware River in 1638.

Another notable figure was Hendrik Hendrickson (1696-1758), a Dutch artist known for his landscape paintings and city views. His works captured the beauty of the Dutch countryside and the bustling urban landscapes of the time.

In the 19th century, John Hendrickson (1821-1892) was an American politician and businessman from New Jersey. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1867 to 1869.

Olof Hendrickson (1860-1929) was a Swedish-American architect who designed several prominent buildings in Minneapolis, Minnesota, including the Leamington Hotel and the Northwestern National Life Insurance Building.

A more recent figure was Levi Hendrickson (1917-2004), an American author and historian who wrote extensively about the history and culture of the Chippewa and Sioux Native American tribes. His works shed light on the rich traditions and perspectives of these indigenous communities.

While the Hendrickson name has its roots in Northern Europe, it has since spread to various parts of the world through migration and diaspora. The name continues to be associated with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse range of individuals who have contributed to various fields throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Hendrickson families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hendrickson surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Kent leads with 7 Hendricksons recorded in 1881 and an index of 9.14x.

County Total Index
Kent 7 9.14x
Lincolnshire 6 16.73x
Yorkshire 3 1.35x
Middlesex 2 0.89x
Channel Islands 1 15.04x
Hertfordshire 1 6.47x
Lancashire 1 0.38x
Surrey 1 0.91x
Warwickshire 1 1.77x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Deptford St Paul in Kent leads with 6 Hendricksons recorded in 1881 and an index of 101.69x.

Place Total Index
Deptford St Paul 6 101.69x
Great Grimsby 6 263.16x
Holy Trinity 3 56.07x
St George In East London 2 94.79x
Broxbourne 1 322.58x
Greenwich 1 28.01x
Lambeth 1 5.11x
Leamington Priors 1 71.94x
Liverpool 1 6.18x
St Helier 1 46.30x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hendrickson surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Mary 3
Ellen 2
Sarah 2
Annie 1
Eleanor 1
Ella 1
Harriett 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Hendrickson surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Henry 2
Albert 1
Arthur 1
Christian 1
Ernest 1
Francis 1
George 1
Joseph 1
William 1

FAQ

Hendrickson surname: questions and answers

How common was the Hendrickson surname in 1881?

In 1881, 22 people were recorded with the Hendrickson surname. That placed it at #30,464 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Hendrickson surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 356 in 2016. That gives Hendrickson a modern rank of #12,978.

What does the Hendrickson surname mean?

Son of Hendrick, a Dutch or German patronymic surname derived from the given name Hendrick or Heinrich.

What does the Hendrickson map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hendrickson 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.