UK surname
A locational surname indicating the bearer originated from an area of dry or high land.
In the 1881 census there were 49 people recorded with the Heyland surname, ranking it #26,735 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 39, ranked #35,484, down from #26,735 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Manchester, St Marylebone and Darfield. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Heyland is 123 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 20.4%.
1881 census count
49
Ranked #26,735
Modern count
39
2016, ranked #35,484
Peak year
1861
123 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Heyland surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Heyland 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 | 59 | #22,756 |
| 1861 | historical | 123 | #17,914 |
| 1881 | historical | 49 | #26,735 |
| 1891 | historical | 56 | #29,638 |
| 1901 | historical | 37 | #30,009 |
| 1911 | historical | 35 | #29,478 |
| 1997 | modern | 47 | #32,975 |
| 1998 | modern | 37 | #34,149 |
| 1999 | modern | 33 | #34,610 |
| 2000 | modern | 34 | #34,517 |
| 2001 | modern | 36 | #34,171 |
| 2002 | modern | 37 | #34,390 |
| 2003 | modern | 30 | #35,046 |
| 2004 | modern | 28 | #35,354 |
| 2005 | modern | 25 | #35,752 |
| 2006 | modern | 29 | #35,605 |
| 2007 | modern | 30 | #35,661 |
| 2008 | modern | 30 | #35,736 |
| 2009 | modern | 35 | #35,545 |
| 2010 | modern | 41 | #35,358 |
| 2011 | modern | 38 | #35,501 |
| 2012 | modern | 36 | #35,595 |
| 2013 | modern | 38 | #35,534 |
| 2014 | modern | 42 | #35,350 |
| 2015 | modern | 41 | #35,383 |
| 2016 | modern | 39 | #35,484 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Manchester, St Marylebone, Darfield, Liverpool and Glasgow. 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 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 2 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| 3 | Darfield | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 4 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| 5 | Glasgow | Lanark |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Heyland 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 Heyland, 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 Heyland surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Heyland 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, Heyland 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 Heyland is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Heyland, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname HEYLAND is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated as a locational name, derived from a place called Heyland or a similar variation, likely referring to a high or elevated land. The name may also be a combination of the Old English words "hea" meaning high and "land" signifying an area or region.
One of the earliest documented instances of the surname HEYLAND can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire, a census-like record compiled in 1273. This record mentions a Robert de Heiland, suggesting the name's presence in England during the 13th century.
In the 14th century, the surname appears in various forms, such as Heylaund and Haylond, reflecting the variations in spelling common during that era. The Subsidy Rolls of Sussex, a tax record from 1327, lists a John Heylaund, providing further evidence of the name's existence in early medieval England.
During the 16th century, the surname HEYLAND gained prominence in the county of Yorkshire. The Parish Registers of Kirkby Overblow, a village in Yorkshire, record the marriage of Thomas HEYLAND in 1584. This suggests the name's association with the Yorkshire region during the Elizabethan era.
Notable individuals bearing the surname HEYLAND throughout history include:
1. John HEYLAND (c. 1550 - 1616), an English clergyman and author who served as the Archdeacon of Richmond.
2. Thomas HEYLAND (1584 - 1655), a Yorkshire landowner and member of the gentry, known for his involvement in local affairs.
3. Mary HEYLAND (1670 - 1732), a wealthy heiress from Staffordshire, whose inheritance sparked a legal dispute among her relatives.
4. William HEYLAND (1735 - 1801), a merchant and philanthropist from London, known for his charitable contributions to educational institutions.
5. Edward HEYLAND (1820 - 1892), a renowned architect from Manchester, responsible for designing several notable public buildings and churches in the city.
While the surname HEYLAND may have originated from a specific place or location, its presence can be traced across various regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and the surrounding counties. The name's longevity and endurance through the centuries attest to its historical significance within the tapestry of English surnames.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Heyland 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. Lancashire leads with 19 Heylands recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.99x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 19 | 2.99x |
| Middlesex | 9 | 1.68x |
| Channel Islands | 6 | 37.76x |
| Surrey | 6 | 2.30x |
| Lanarkshire | 5 | 2.88x |
| Yorkshire | 5 | 0.94x |
| Essex | 2 | 1.89x |
| Renfrewshire | 2 | 4.81x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 0.74x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Great Harwood in Lancashire leads with 6 Heylands recorded in 1881 and an index of 521.74x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Great Harwood | 6 | 521.74x |
| St Peter | 6 | 1304.35x |
| Barony | 5 | 11.39x |
| Liverpool | 5 | 12.94x |
| Ratcliffe London | 5 | 168.92x |
| Widnes | 5 | 108.93x |
| Bermondsey | 4 | 25.05x |
| Lambeth | 2 | 4.28x |
| Redcar | 2 | 476.19x |
| St George Hanover Square | 2 | 21.16x |
| West Greenock | 2 | 26.81x |
| West Ham | 2 | 8.55x |
| Ardwick | 1 | 17.42x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 2.22x |
| Fulham London | 1 | 12.85x |
| Kensington London | 1 | 3.35x |
| Linthorpe | 1 | 31.55x |
| Manchester | 1 | 3.49x |
| Salford | 1 | 5.34x |
| Scarborough | 1 | 20.70x |
| Wombwell | 1 | 64.52x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Heyland surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Heyland surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 49 people were recorded with the Heyland surname. That placed it at #26,735 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 39 in 2016. That gives Heyland a modern rank of #35,484.
A locational surname indicating the bearer originated from an area of dry or high land.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Heyland 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.