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UK surname

Leclercq

A French surname derived from the word "clerc" meaning a cleric or clerk.

In the 1881 census there were 18 people recorded with the Leclercq surname, ranking it #31,019 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 121, ranked #27,399, up from #31,019 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Winchester, Enfield and Waverley.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Leclercq is 130 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 572.2%.

1881 census count

18

Ranked #31,019

Modern count

121

2016, ranked #27,399

Peak year

2013

130 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Leclercq had 18 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #31,019 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016, ranked #27,399.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 21 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Leclercq surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Leclercq surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Leclercq 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 5 #33,418
1881 historical 18 #31,019
1891 historical 17 #32,787
1901 historical 21 #31,686
1911 historical 18 #31,542
1997 modern 99 #27,039
1998 modern 108 #26,417
1999 modern 106 #26,885
2000 modern 104 #27,150
2001 modern 103 #26,927
2002 modern 110 #26,412
2003 modern 103 #27,234
2004 modern 103 #27,503
2005 modern 97 #28,485
2006 modern 105 #27,479
2007 modern 108 #27,391
2008 modern 111 #27,225
2009 modern 117 #26,927
2010 modern 123 #26,728
2011 modern 126 #26,060
2012 modern 116 #27,550
2013 modern 130 #26,074
2014 modern 127 #26,634
2015 modern 128 #26,356
2016 modern 121 #27,399

Geography

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Where Leclercqs 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 Winchester, Enfield, Waverley and Hackney. 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 Winchester 014 Winchester
2 Enfield 016 Enfield
3 Waverley 004 Waverley
4 Enfield 012 Enfield
5 Hackney 016 Hackney

Forenames

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First names often paired with Leclercq

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Leclercq

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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Leclercq is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Leclercq 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

Leclercq falls in decile 10 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Leclercq 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 Leclercq, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Leclercq

The surname LECLERCQ originated in France during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "clerc," meaning a clerk, scholar, or clergyman. The name can be traced back to the northern regions of France, particularly in areas around Normandy and Picardy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LECLERCQ can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey commissioned by William the Conqueror. The entry mentions a person named "Robertus le Clerc" in the county of Hampshire, England.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Jacques LECLERCQ (born around 1220) was a renowned scholar and theologian from the town of Arras in northern France. He was widely respected for his contributions to the study of canon law and his writings on religious matters.

During the 14th century, the name LECLERCQ appeared in various records and documents, often associated with members of the clergy or learned individuals. One example is Jehan LECLERCQ (c. 1330-1395), a French monk and author who wrote extensively on devotional and spiritual topics.

In the 15th century, a branch of the LECLERCQ family established itself in the region of Artois, where they became influential landowners and noblemen. One noteworthy individual from this period was Philippe LECLERCQ (1456-1528), a military commander who served under King Louis XII of France.

The 16th century saw the emergence of another prominent figure, Rémy LECLERCQ (1530-1601), a French jurist and legal scholar who published several influential works on civil law and legal theory.

Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, the surname LECLERCQ continued to be associated with scholars, writers, and members of the clergy. One notable example is Jean LECLERCQ (1657-1736), a Benedictine monk and historian who wrote extensively on the history of the monastic orders and the lives of saints.

In the 19th century, a notable bearer of the name was Henri LECLERCQ (1819-1891), a French historian and archaeologist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Roman and Byzantine art and architecture.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Leclercq families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Leclercq 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 6 Leclercqs recorded in 1881 and an index of 18.09x.

County Total Index
Surrey 6 18.09x
Middlesex 1 1.47x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Farnham in Surrey leads with 6 Leclercqs recorded in 1881 and an index of 2307.69x.

Place Total Index
Farnham 6 2307.69x
Chelsea London 1 48.78x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Mary 2
M. 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
Charles 2
Elias 1
Francis 1

FAQ

Leclercq surname: questions and answers

How common was the Leclercq surname in 1881?

In 1881, 18 people were recorded with the Leclercq surname. That placed it at #31,019 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Leclercq surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016. That gives Leclercq a modern rank of #27,399.

What does the Leclercq surname mean?

A French surname derived from the word "clerc" meaning a cleric or clerk.

What does the Leclercq map show?

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