UK surname
A variant spelling of "Hurry", possibly related to a quick or hasty person.
In the 1881 census there were 64 people recorded with the Hurrey surname, ranking it #24,561 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 21, ranked #36,596, down from #24,561 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Rochdale, Braintree and Wolstanton. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hurrey is 133 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 67.2%.
1881 census count
64
Ranked #24,561
Modern count
21
2016, ranked #36,596
Peak year
1891
133 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hurrey surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hurrey surname density by area, 1891 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 | 49 | #24,448 |
| 1861 | historical | 118 | #18,512 |
| 1881 | historical | 64 | #24,561 |
| 1891 | historical | 133 | #19,870 |
| 1901 | historical | 66 | #26,794 |
| 1911 | historical | 87 | #24,147 |
| 1997 | modern | 25 | #35,261 |
| 1998 | modern | 27 | #35,148 |
| 1999 | modern | 25 | #35,413 |
| 2000 | modern | 26 | #35,295 |
| 2001 | modern | 26 | #35,152 |
| 2002 | modern | 28 | #35,139 |
| 2003 | modern | 28 | #35,200 |
| 2004 | modern | 29 | #35,270 |
| 2005 | modern | 30 | #35,347 |
| 2006 | modern | 31 | #35,467 |
| 2007 | modern | 30 | #35,661 |
| 2008 | modern | 23 | #36,211 |
| 2009 | modern | 23 | #36,313 |
| 2010 | modern | 26 | #36,220 |
| 2011 | modern | 24 | #36,306 |
| 2012 | modern | 25 | #36,227 |
| 2013 | modern | 25 | #36,276 |
| 2014 | modern | 23 | #36,417 |
| 2015 | modern | 23 | #36,424 |
| 2016 | modern | 21 | #36,596 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Rochdale, Braintree, Wolstanton, London parishes and St Marylebone. 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 | Rochdale | Lancashire |
| 2 | Braintree | Essex |
| 3 | Wolstanton | Staffordshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hurrey 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 Hurrey, 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 Hurrey surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hurrey 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, Hurrey 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 Hurrey is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hurrey, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hurrey is believed to have its origins in England, with early records suggesting its presence from the medieval period. Specifically, the name is thought to have originated in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, areas known for their agricultural and pastoral communities. The surname Hurrey is derived from an old English word or could be related to a locational name from a now-lost village.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Hurrey appears in the Poll Tax Records of Yorkshire in the late 14th century. These records, which served as a tax listing, documented a William Hurrey in 1379. Over the centuries, various spellings of the name, including Hury and Hurree, have been documented, though Hurrey has remained the most consistent.
The Domesday Book, completed in 1086, does not mention the name Hurrey specifically, but it provides insight into the areas where the surname would later become common. The agricultural landscape and the feudal system presented ample opportunities for surnames to develop based on locations or occupations, possibly leading to the establishment of the Hurrey surname.
In historical references, several individuals with the surname Hurrey have been notable. Thomas Hurrey, who lived in the early 16th century, was a respected carpenter documented in parish registers in Lincolnshire. Another individual, Edward Hurrey, born in 1647, was a yeoman farmer in Yorkshire, an example of the rural roots of this surname. Elizabeth Hurrey, mentioned in a will dated 1730, was a widow in Lincolnshire, showing the name's persistence in the region.
Further mentions of the Hurrey surname include Robert Hurrey, a merchant from London recorded in the 1800s, illustrating the migration of the name to urban centers as England industrialized. Additionally, James Hurrey, born in 1825, is noted for his service in the British Navy, indicating the growing presence of the name in public records.
Famous people bearing the surname Hurrey also include Samuel Hurrey, an artist known for his landscape paintings in the 19th century, representing the creative contributions of individuals with this surname.
Overall, the surname Hurrey has a rich history rooted in medieval England, with documented instances of its bearers contributing to various facets of society. Its etymology suggests a connection to geographic or occupational origins, and its persistence over centuries highlights its enduring legacy.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hurrey 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 14 Hurreys recorded in 1881 and an index of 1.89x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 14 | 1.89x |
| Lincolnshire | 12 | 12.02x |
| Staffordshire | 9 | 4.27x |
| Gloucestershire | 5 | 4.08x |
| Yorkshire | 5 | 0.81x |
| Cambridgeshire | 4 | 10.12x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 0.64x |
| Surrey | 3 | 0.99x |
| Hertfordshire | 2 | 4.65x |
| Northamptonshire | 2 | 3.41x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.73x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.81x |
| Kent | 1 | 0.47x |
| Norfolk | 1 | 1.04x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Spalding in Lincolnshire leads with 12 Hurreys recorded in 1881 and an index of 606.06x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Spalding | 12 | 606.06x |
| Newchurch | 9 | 148.51x |
| Wolstanton Knutton | 9 | 697.67x |
| Haslingden | 5 | 162.87x |
| West Dean | 5 | 251.26x |
| Chatteris | 4 | 396.04x |
| Newington | 4 | 235.29x |
| St Pancras London | 4 | 7.96x |
| Baldock | 2 | 500.00x |
| Northampton Priory St | 2 | 56.82x |
| Bradford | 1 | 6.68x |
| Chigwell | 1 | 86.21x |
| Little Neston | 1 | 454.55x |
| Long Ditton | 1 | 200.00x |
| Norton Subcourse | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Penge | 1 | 25.06x |
| St Lawrence | 1 | 68.49x |
| Wandsworth | 1 | 16.64x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hurrey 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 Hurrey surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 64 people were recorded with the Hurrey surname. That placed it at #24,561 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 21 in 2016. That gives Hurrey a modern rank of #36,596.
A variant spelling of "Hurry", possibly related to a quick or hasty person.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hurrey 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.