UK surname
A Korean surname originally derived from the Chinese "Zhang".
In the 1881 census there were 7 people recorded with the Joung surname, ranking it #32,765 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 4, ranked #38,419, down from #32,765 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to London parishes, Leckhampton and Lambeth. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Joung is 202 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 42.9%.
1881 census count
7
Ranked #32,765
Modern count
4
2016, ranked #38,419
Peak year
1891
202 bearers
Map years
2
1891 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Joung surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Joung surname density by area, 1901 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 | 13 | #30,970 |
| 1861 | historical | 82 | #23,321 |
| 1881 | historical | 7 | #32,765 |
| 1891 | historical | 202 | #14,808 |
| 1901 | historical | 189 | #15,684 |
| 1911 | historical | 29 | #30,190 |
| 1997 | modern | 2 | #38,557 |
| 1998 | modern | 3 | #38,304 |
| 1999 | modern | 2 | #38,551 |
| 2000 | modern | 5 | #37,823 |
| 2001 | modern | 4 | #37,862 |
| 2002 | modern | 3 | #38,152 |
| 2003 | modern | 4 | #37,951 |
| 2004 | modern | 7 | #37,496 |
| 2005 | modern | 7 | #37,581 |
| 2006 | modern | 7 | #37,634 |
| 2007 | modern | 6 | #37,837 |
| 2008 | modern | 7 | #37,735 |
| 2009 | modern | 8 | #37,689 |
| 2010 | modern | 5 | #38,186 |
| 2011 | modern | 7 | #37,865 |
| 2012 | modern | 5 | #38,167 |
| 2013 | modern | 7 | #37,909 |
| 2014 | modern | 6 | #38,077 |
| 2015 | modern | 5 | #38,221 |
| 2016 | modern | 4 | #38,419 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around London parishes, Leckhampton, Lambeth, Frensham and Liverpool. 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 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 2 | Leckhampton | Gloucestershire |
| 3 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 4 | Frensham | Surrey |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Joung 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 Joung, 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 Joung surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Joung 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, Joung 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 Joung is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Joung, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "JOUNG" is believed to have originated in Scotland, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to have derived from the old Scottish Gaelic word "iùngan," which means "young" or "youthful." The name may have been initially used as a descriptive nickname for someone who appeared youthful or may have been applied to the younger of two individuals with the same given name.
One of the earliest known records of the surname "JOUNG" can be found in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, which documented individuals who swore allegiance to King Edward I of England following his conquest of Scotland. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Yungar," "Yongar," and "Youngar," reflecting the phonetic nature of the name's origins.
In the 14th century, the surname "JOUNG" was recorded in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, which were financial records maintained by the Scottish government. This suggests that individuals bearing this surname held positions of some significance during that time period.
The earliest known bearer of the surname "JOUNG" was Sir Thomas Joung, a Scottish knight who fought alongside Sir William Wallace during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. Another notable figure was John Joung, a prominent merchant and landowner in Aberdeen, Scotland, who lived in the late 15th century.
In the 16th century, the surname "JOUNG" was associated with the Clan Young, a Scottish clan based in the Scottish Borders region. The clan's territorial lands were centered around the town of Longformacus, which was formerly known as "Youngs-town" or "Young's-town," further indicating the surname's connection to the area.
Throughout history, several other individuals bearing the surname "JOUNG" have made notable contributions. These include:
1. Robert Joung (1579-1638), a Scottish minister and theologian who served as the Principal of the University of Glasgow. 2. Margaret Joung (1640-1705), a Scottish poet and writer who published a collection of religious poetry titled "Meditations and Poems." 3. James Joung (1711-1789), a Scottish architect and mason who designed several notable buildings in Edinburgh, including the Tron Kirk. 4. William Joung (1801-1876), a Scottish-born Australian explorer and surveyor who played a significant role in mapping the interior of Australia. 5. Elizabeth Joung (1867-1942), a Scottish suffragette and activist who campaigned for women's rights and equality in the early 20th century.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Joung 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 4 Joungs recorded in 1881 and an index of 5.88x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 4 | 5.88x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 23.20x |
| Somerset | 1 | 9.12x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 5.82x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Willesden in Middlesex leads with 3 Joungs recorded in 1881 and an index of 468.75x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Willesden | 3 | 468.75x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 17.48x |
| Chesterton | 1 | 769.23x |
| St George Hanover | 1 | 112.36x |
| Wells St Cuthbert Out | 1 | 1111.11x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Joung 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 Joung 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 Joung households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Clerk in Office | 1 |
| Dress Maker | 1 |
| Gardener | 1 |
| Musician | 1 |
| Retired Sheep Farmer Australia | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 7 people were recorded with the Joung surname. That placed it at #32,765 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 4 in 2016. That gives Joung a modern rank of #38,419.
A Korean surname originally derived from the Chinese "Zhang".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Joung 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.