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UK surname

Kutner

A German surname pointing to origins in the town of Kutten.

In the 1881 census there were 10 people recorded with the Kutner surname, ranking it #32,243 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 82, ranked #32,895, down from #32,243 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hertsmere, Barnet and Newham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Kutner is 110 in 2000. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 720.0%.

1881 census count

10

Ranked #32,243

Modern count

82

2016, ranked #32,895

Peak year

2000

110 bearers

Map years

1

1998 to 1998

Key insights

  • Kutner had 10 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,243 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 82 in 2016, ranked #32,895.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 80 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Kutner surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Kutner surname density by area, 1998 modern.

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Timeline

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Kutner 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 2 #34,135
1881 historical 10 #32,243
1891 historical 29 #31,963
1901 historical 66 #26,794
1911 historical 80 #24,821
1997 modern 101 #26,774
1998 modern 108 #26,417
1999 modern 109 #26,439
2000 modern 110 #26,248
2001 modern 108 #26,184
2002 modern 98 #28,243
2003 modern 96 #28,381
2004 modern 95 #28,746
2005 modern 92 #29,271
2006 modern 92 #29,576
2007 modern 91 #30,061
2008 modern 93 #30,123
2009 modern 91 #30,944
2010 modern 92 #31,366
2011 modern 92 #31,301
2012 modern 90 #31,790
2013 modern 89 #32,248
2014 modern 89 #32,409
2015 modern 87 #32,514
2016 modern 82 #32,895

Geography

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Where Kutners 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 Hertsmere, Barnet, Newham and Westminster. 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 Hertsmere 007 Hertsmere
2 Hertsmere 010 Hertsmere
3 Barnet 028 Barnet
4 Newham 037 Newham
5 Westminster 001 Westminster

Forenames

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First names often paired with Kutner

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Kutner

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Kutner, 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 Kutner surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Kutner 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

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Kutner is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. 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 neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Kutner is most concentrated in decile 9 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

Kutner falls in decile 9 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

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

9
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Kutner is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Kutner

The surname Kutner is of German origin, specifically from the region of Silesia, which is now located in southwestern Poland. It is believed to have emerged around the 16th or 17th century.

Kutner is likely derived from the German word "Kuttner," which referred to a person who made or sold cloaks or coats. This occupation-based surname suggests that the earliest bearers of the name were involved in the textile trade or clothing industry.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Kutner surname can be found in the parish records of the village of Breslau (now Wrocław, Poland) from the late 16th century. Variations of the spelling included Kuttner, Kutner, and Kutnor.

In the 18th century, several Kutner families settled in the nearby town of Liegnitz (now Legnica, Poland), where they became prominent members of the local Jewish community. Notable individuals from this time period include Isaac Kutner (1723-1789), a respected rabbi and scholar.

As the Kutner family spread across Europe, variations of the name emerged, such as Kutner, Kutners, and Kutniers. In the 19th century, several Kutners emigrated to the United States, escaping persecution and seeking new opportunities.

One of the most famous Kutners was Max Kutner (1845-1904), a German-American lawyer and politician who served as a member of the New York State Assembly and was a prominent advocate for workers' rights and social reform.

Other notable Kutners include: - Louis Kutner (1901-1986), an American lawyer and civil rights activist who played a key role in the abolition of the death penalty in several states. - Henry Kutner (1909-1988), a British film producer and screenwriter known for his work on several Carry On films. - Robin Kutner (born 1968), an American actress and comedian known for her roles in television shows like "The Ellen Show" and "Seinfeld." - Ted Kutner (1923-2013), an American businessman and philanthropist who co-founded the Kutner Beverage Company and supported numerous charitable causes.

While the Kutner surname may have originated from a humble occupation, it has since become associated with various achievements and contributions across different fields, reflecting the diverse paths taken by its bearers throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Kutner families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Kutner 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. Surrey leads with 8 Kutners recorded in 1881 and an index of 16.88x.

County Total Index
Surrey 8 16.88x
Middlesex 2 2.06x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Southwark St Saviour in Surrey leads with 8 Kutners recorded in 1881 and an index of 1600.00x.

Place Total Index
Southwark St Saviour 8 1600.00x
Spitalfields London 2 273.97x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Anna 2
Bayla 1
Francesca 1
Lara 1
Minnie 1
Rebecca 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
Arthur 1
Benjamin 1
Edward 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 Kutner households.

FAQ

Kutner surname: questions and answers

How common was the Kutner surname in 1881?

In 1881, 10 people were recorded with the Kutner surname. That placed it at #32,243 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Kutner surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 82 in 2016. That gives Kutner a modern rank of #32,895.

What does the Kutner surname mean?

A German surname pointing to origins in the town of Kutten.

What does the Kutner map show?

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