UK surname
A patronymic surname derived from a diminutive form of the given name James.
In the 1881 census there were 21 people recorded with the Jomes surname, ranking it #30,609 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 40, ranked #35,434, down from #30,609 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos), Wrexham and Southampton St Mary. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Jomes is 228 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 90.5%.
1881 census count
21
Ranked #30,609
Modern count
40
2016, ranked #35,434
Peak year
1891
228 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Jomes surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Jomes surname density by area, 1911 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 | 70 | #21,020 |
| 1861 | historical | 91 | #22,206 |
| 1881 | historical | 21 | #30,609 |
| 1891 | historical | 228 | #13,582 |
| 1901 | historical | 86 | #24,508 |
| 1911 | historical | 107 | #21,842 |
| 1997 | modern | 11 | #36,912 |
| 1998 | modern | 4 | #38,082 |
| 1999 | modern | 7 | #37,513 |
| 2000 | modern | 4 | #38,004 |
| 2001 | modern | 3 | #38,091 |
| 2002 | modern | 2 | #38,400 |
| 2003 | modern | 1 | #38,735 |
| 2004 | modern | 3 | #38,241 |
| 2005 | modern | 4 | #38,078 |
| 2006 | modern | 3 | #38,334 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 7 | #37,735 |
| 2009 | modern | 6 | #37,953 |
| 2010 | modern | 10 | #37,517 |
| 2011 | modern | 11 | #37,397 |
| 2012 | modern | 17 | #36,811 |
| 2013 | modern | 24 | #36,344 |
| 2014 | modern | 28 | #36,107 |
| 2015 | modern | 32 | #35,876 |
| 2016 | modern | 40 | #35,434 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos), Wrexham, Southampton St Mary, Manchester and Mortlake. 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 | Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos) | Glamorganshire |
| 2 | Wrexham | Denbighshire |
| 3 | Southampton St Mary | Hampshire |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Mortlake | Surrey |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Jomes 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 Jomes, 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 Jomes surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Jomes 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, Jomes 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 Jomes is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Jomes, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "JOMES" is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be a variant spelling of the more common surname "JONES," which itself is derived from the personal name "John." The addition of the letter "M" in the spelling of "JOMES" may have been an attempt to distinguish a particular family branch or lineage.
In its earliest recorded instances, the surname "JOMES" can be traced back to various regions of England, including Yorkshire, Shropshire, and Gloucestershire. It is possible that the name had multiple independent origins, with different families adopting the spelling variation independently.
One of the earliest known references to the surname "JOMES" can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire from the late 12th century, where a certain William Jomes is mentioned as a landowner. This suggests that the name was already established by that time.
Notably, the surname "JOMES" appears in the renowned Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. The book records a person named Radulfus Jomes, indicating the name's presence in England during the Norman period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname "JOMES." One of the earliest was Sir John Jomes (c. 1350-1428), a prominent English landowner and Member of Parliament during the reign of Henry IV. Another notable figure was Thomas Jomes (1592-1666), an English clergyman and author of various religious works.
In the 18th century, Richard Jomes (1710-1788) was a respected English lawyer and judge, known for his legal treatises on maritime law. A contemporary of his was William Jomes (1721-1799), a Welsh clergyman and author who wrote extensively on theological subjects.
Crossing over into the 19th century, Henry Jomes (1808-1874) was a prominent English architect responsible for designing several notable buildings, including the Old Town Hall in Stratford-upon-Avon.
While the surname "JOMES" has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has left its mark in various fields, from law and literature to architecture and politics, spanning several centuries of English history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Jomes 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. Somerset leads with 9 Jomes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 27.31x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 9 | 27.31x |
| Middlesex | 3 | 1.46x |
| Surrey | 2 | 2.00x |
| Sussex | 2 | 5.79x |
| Durham | 1 | 1.64x |
| Glamorgan | 1 | 2.80x |
| Shropshire | 1 | 5.65x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 1.45x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.49x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Taunton St James in Somerset leads with 9 Jomes' recorded in 1881 and an index of 1875.00x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Taunton St James | 9 | 1875.00x |
| Shoreditch London | 3 | 33.78x |
| Bermondsey | 2 | 32.79x |
| Eastbourne | 2 | 125.79x |
| Aberdare | 1 | 40.82x |
| Hedworth Monkton Jarrow | 1 | 37.88x |
| Sheffield | 1 | 15.48x |
| Shrewsbury St Chad | 1 | 161.29x |
| Stoke Upon Trent | 1 | 13.64x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Jomes 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 Jomes surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Jomes households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 6 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Chemist | 1 |
| Mole Catcher | 1 |
| Painter & Paper Hanger | 1 |
| Puddler | 1 |
| Pupil | 1 |
| Railway Clerk | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 21 people were recorded with the Jomes surname. That placed it at #30,609 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 40 in 2016. That gives Jomes a modern rank of #35,434.
A patronymic surname derived from a diminutive form of the given name James.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Jomes 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.