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UK surname

Konrad

A surname of German origin derived from the first name Konrad, meaning "brave counsel" or "wise advisor."

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Konrad surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 109, ranked #29,402, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include West Somerset, Bradford and Camden.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Konrad is 121 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 10800.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

109

2016, ranked #29,402

Peak year

2014

121 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Konrad had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 109 in 2016, ranked #29,402.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 9 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Konrad surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Konrad surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Konrad 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
1861 historical 8 #32,887
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1901 historical 2 #34,263
1911 historical 9 #32,754
1997 modern 56 #32,004
1998 modern 55 #32,399
1999 modern 57 #32,367
2000 modern 57 #32,417
2001 modern 55 #32,482
2002 modern 55 #32,831
2003 modern 57 #32,704
2004 modern 63 #32,380
2005 modern 62 #32,708
2006 modern 71 #32,147
2007 modern 74 #32,190
2008 modern 77 #32,181
2009 modern 89 #31,235
2010 modern 96 #30,854
2011 modern 108 #28,811
2012 modern 114 #27,868
2013 modern 110 #29,028
2014 modern 121 #27,503
2015 modern 114 #28,478
2016 modern 109 #29,402

Geography

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Where Konrads 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 West Somerset, Bradford, Camden and Aylesbury Vale. 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 West Somerset 001 West Somerset
2 Bradford 002 Bradford
3 Camden 008 Camden
4 Bradford 004 Bradford
5 Aylesbury Vale 001 Aylesbury Vale

Forenames

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First names often paired with Konrad

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Konrad

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Konrad surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Konrad household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles

Group

European Enclaves

Within London, Konrad is most associated with areas classed as European Enclaves, part of Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles. 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

Many residents of these accessible neighbourhoods have wide-ranging non-UK European origins. Typically residing in privately rented flats, many residents live alone and are beyond normal retirement age. There are more students than elsewhere in the Supergroup, some of which live in communal establishments. Household residents are often drawn from different ethnic groups.

Wider London pattern

These neighbourhoods house people of all ages, predominantly of White British or European extraction. Resident turnover is low. Religious affiliation is less common than average and tends to be Christian if expressed. Homeownership, typically of terraced houses, is common but use of the social rented sector is not. Employment is typically in professional, managerial and associate professional or technical occupations. There are few full-time students. Level 4 qualifications are common. More households lack dependent children than have them which, considered alongside low levels of crowding and over-all age structure, indicates that many households may be post child-rearing and in late middle age. Incidence of disability is low, as is residence in communal establishments.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Konrad 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Konrad falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Konrad is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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 Konrad, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Konrad

The surname Konrad has its origins in Germany, dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the Old German words "kuoni" meaning bold or brave, and "rad" meaning counsel or advice, suggesting a meaning of "bold advisor" or "brave counselor."

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 12th century in various regions of Germany, such as Bavaria and Saxony. It was common for individuals to adopt surnames based on their professions, physical characteristics, or places of origin during this period.

In the 13th century, the name Konrad appeared in several historical records, including the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, which contains documents relating to the history of Saxony. One notable mention is Konrad von Marburg, a 13th-century German priest and inquisitor known for his role in the persecution of heretics during the Inquisition.

The name Konrad has also been associated with several notable figures throughout history. One of the most prominent was Konrad von Hochstaden (c. 1205-1261), a German nobleman and Archbishop of Cologne, who played a significant role in the political affairs of the Holy Roman Empire during the 13th century.

Another individual of note was Konrad Zuse (1910-1995), a German civil engineer and computer pioneer who is credited with building the first programmable computer, the Z3, in 1941.

In the realm of literature, Konrad Ferdinand Meyer (1825-1898) was a Swiss poet and historical novelist celebrated for his works such as "Jürg Jenatsch" and "Die Richterin."

The surname Konrad has also been linked to various place names, particularly in Germany. For instance, the town of Konradsdorf in Saxony is believed to have derived its name from an individual named Konrad who may have been a landowner or founder of the settlement.

Throughout the centuries, the surname Konrad has undergone various spellings, including Konrad, Konradt, and Konradts, reflecting regional variations and linguistic changes. However, the core meaning and significance of the name as a symbol of bravery and wise counsel have remained consistent.

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1881 census detail

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Konrad families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Konrad surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 1 Konrads recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.37x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 1 10.37x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Bethnal Green London in Middlesex leads with 1 Konrads recorded in 1881 and an index of 238.10x.

Place Total Index
Bethnal Green London 1 238.10x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Konrad surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Philip 1

Top occupations

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 Konrad households.

Occupation Count
Bakers Assistant 1

FAQ

Konrad surname: questions and answers

How common was the Konrad surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Konrad surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Konrad surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 109 in 2016. That gives Konrad a modern rank of #29,402.

What does the Konrad surname mean?

A surname of German origin derived from the first name Konrad, meaning "brave counsel" or "wise advisor."

What does the Konrad map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Konrad 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.