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UK surname

Kisiel

A Polish surname possibly derived from the word for "cucumber" or related to occupations involving food preparation.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Merton, East Northamptonshire and Herefordshire.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Kisiel is 265 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

251

2016, ranked #16,744

Peak year

2015

265 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 251 in 2016, ranked #16,744.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Kisiel surname distribution map

The map shows where the Kisiel surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Kisiel surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Kisiel over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1997 modern 86 #28,876
1998 modern 87 #29,240
1999 modern 82 #29,933
2000 modern 89 #29,173
2001 modern 89 #28,932
2002 modern 98 #28,243
2003 modern 98 #28,046
2004 modern 100 #27,964
2005 modern 106 #27,044
2006 modern 120 #25,269
2007 modern 144 #22,804
2008 modern 166 #20,966
2009 modern 171 #21,024
2010 modern 196 #19,698
2011 modern 200 #19,280
2012 modern 238 #17,092
2013 modern 246 #16,979
2014 modern 262 #16,380
2015 modern 265 #16,139
2016 modern 251 #16,744

Geography

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Where Kisiels are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Merton, East Northamptonshire, Herefordshire, South Oxfordshire and Cotswold. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Merton 011 Merton
2 East Northamptonshire 001 East Northamptonshire
3 Herefordshire 005 Herefordshire, County of
4 South Oxfordshire 018 South Oxfordshire
5 Cotswold 002 Cotswold

Forenames

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First names often paired with Kisiel

These lists show first names that appear often with the Kisiel surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Kisiel

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Kisiel, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Kisiel surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Kisiel household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Kisiel is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, part of Suburban Asian Communities. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Kisiel is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Kisiel falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Kisiel is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Kisiel, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Kisiel

The surname Kisiel originates from Poland, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Polish word "kisiel," which refers to a type of sweet fruit pudding or kissel, a traditional Slavic dish made from starch and fruit. The name may have been given as a descriptive surname to someone who was associated with the production or selling of this dessert.

Records from the 16th and 17th centuries indicate that the name was predominantly found in the regions of Wielkopolska and Małopolska, which were part of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth at the time. Some earlier variations of the spelling included "Kissel," "Kissell," and "Kiselius," which reflect the name's evolution from its linguistic roots.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Kisiel surname was Jan Kisiel, a Polish nobleman and military commander who lived from 1588 to 1654. He played a significant role in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth's wars against the Ottoman Empire and was awarded the prestigious title of Field Hetman of the Crown for his military service.

Another notable figure in Polish history with the surname Kisiel was Adam Kisiel, a prominent lawyer and politician who lived from 1600 to 1653. He served as a member of the Polish Sejm (parliament) and was instrumental in drafting legal reforms during the reign of King Władysław IV Vasa.

In the literary realm, Franciszek Maksymilian Kisiel (1801-1863) was a Polish poet and translator who gained recognition for his translations of works by Lord Byron and other English poets into Polish. His contributions helped enrich the literary landscape of 19th-century Poland.

Moving beyond Poland, the surname Kisiel also found its way into other parts of Europe. One notable bearer was Ignacy Kisiel (1783-1855), a Polish-born Russian military engineer who played a crucial role in the construction of fortifications and defensive works in the Russian Empire.

Another individual of note was Andrij Kisiel (1858-1944), a Ukrainian priest and educator who founded several educational institutions in the region of Galicia, which was then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His efforts contributed to the preservation and promotion of Ukrainian language and culture during a period of political turmoil.

While the surname Kisiel may not be as widespread as some other Polish surnames, its historical roots and the accomplishments of its bearers have left an indelible mark on the cultural and political landscapes of Poland and neighboring regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Kisiel surname: questions and answers

How common is the Kisiel surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 251 in 2016. That gives Kisiel a modern rank of #16,744.

What does the Kisiel surname mean?

A Polish surname possibly derived from the word for "cucumber" or related to occupations involving food preparation.

What does the Kisiel map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Kisiel bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.