UK surname
An English surname that may be derived from the German word "Hoppen," meaning "to hop" or "to dance."
In the 1881 census there were 27 people recorded with the Hoppen surname, ranking it #29,793 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 39, ranked #35,484, down from #29,793 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside, London parishes and Langdon, East.. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hoppen is 104 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 44.4%.
1881 census count
27
Ranked #29,793
Modern count
39
2016, ranked #35,484
Peak year
1861
104 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hoppen surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hoppen 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 | 42 | #25,706 |
| 1861 | historical | 104 | #20,477 |
| 1881 | historical | 27 | #29,793 |
| 1891 | historical | 62 | #28,991 |
| 1901 | historical | 30 | #30,724 |
| 1911 | historical | 37 | #29,263 |
| 1997 | modern | 55 | #32,114 |
| 1998 | modern | 61 | #31,841 |
| 1999 | modern | 60 | #32,078 |
| 2000 | modern | 55 | #32,609 |
| 2001 | modern | 55 | #32,482 |
| 2002 | modern | 50 | #33,282 |
| 2003 | modern | 50 | #33,362 |
| 2004 | modern | 45 | #33,957 |
| 2005 | modern | 48 | #33,932 |
| 2006 | modern | 48 | #34,245 |
| 2007 | modern | 51 | #34,272 |
| 2008 | modern | 54 | #34,232 |
| 2009 | modern | 53 | #34,481 |
| 2010 | modern | 58 | #34,346 |
| 2011 | modern | 57 | #34,393 |
| 2012 | modern | 47 | #34,992 |
| 2013 | modern | 48 | #35,012 |
| 2014 | modern | 45 | #35,201 |
| 2015 | modern | 47 | #35,056 |
| 2016 | modern | 39 | #35,484 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside, London parishes, Langdon, East., Lambeth and St Giles Camberwell. 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 | Lanchester (Collierley, Kyo, Billingside, Medomsley, Ebchchester, Benfieldside, Heelyfield, Conside | Durham |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Langdon, East. | Kent |
| 4 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | St Giles Camberwell | London (South Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hoppen 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 Hoppen, 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 Hoppen surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hoppen 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, Hoppen 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 Hoppen is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hoppen, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hoppen is believed to have originated in Germany, likely in the 16th or 17th century. It is derived from the German word "hoppen," which means "to hop" or "to jump." This suggests that the name may have been associated with a person's occupation or physical characteristics, such as someone who was particularly agile or known for their jumping abilities.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Hoppen can be found in various German records and documents from the 17th and 18th centuries. One notable example is the mention of Johann Hoppen, a farmer who lived in the town of Essen in the mid-1600s. Another early record is that of Hans Hoppen, a blacksmith from the village of Wuppertal, who was born in 1712.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Hoppen surname began to spread across other parts of Europe, particularly in the Netherlands and England. This was likely due to migration and the movement of people during that time period. One notable figure from this era was Willem Hoppen, a Dutch merchant who lived in Amsterdam in the late 1700s and was known for his successful trading ventures.
In England, the name Hoppen can be traced back to the early 19th century, with records showing individuals bearing this surname living in various parts of the country. One significant figure was Thomas Hoppen, a renowned architect from London who was born in 1821 and was responsible for designing several notable buildings, including St. Michael's Church in Highgate.
Another prominent individual with the Hoppen surname was Friedrich Hoppen, a German philosopher and writer who lived from 1846 to 1924. His works explored various philosophical and social issues of his time, and he was highly regarded by his contemporaries.
While the surname Hoppen may not have been as widespread as some others, it has left its mark in various historical records and accounts, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hoppen 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 10 Hoppens recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.80x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 10 | 3.80x |
| Devon | 6 | 10.95x |
| Yorkshire | 6 | 2.30x |
| Surrey | 3 | 2.34x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.64x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Plymouth St Andrew in Devon leads with 6 Hoppens recorded in 1881 and an index of 142.18x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth St Andrew | 6 | 142.18x |
| Sculcoates | 6 | 144.93x |
| St Pancras London | 5 | 23.60x |
| Battersea | 3 | 30.96x |
| Liverpool | 2 | 10.54x |
| Norwood | 2 | 333.33x |
| Bethnal Green London | 1 | 8.75x |
| Islington London | 1 | 3.92x |
| St George Hanover Square | 1 | 21.55x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hoppen 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 Hoppen surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 27 people were recorded with the Hoppen surname. That placed it at #29,793 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 39 in 2016. That gives Hoppen a modern rank of #35,484.
An English surname that may be derived from the German word "Hoppen," meaning "to hop" or "to dance."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hoppen 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.