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UK surname

Littman

A surname derived from the Middle High German word lütte meaning "little" or "small".

In the 1881 census there were 10 people recorded with the Littman surname, ranking it #32,243 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 101, ranked #30,929, up from #32,243 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cornwall, Trafford and Bath and North East Somerset.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Littman is 106 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 910.0%.

1881 census count

10

Ranked #32,243

Modern count

101

2016, ranked #30,929

Peak year

2015

106 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Littman had 10 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,243 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016, ranked #30,929.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 41 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Littman surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Littman surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Littman 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 14 #32,072
1881 historical 10 #32,243
1891 historical 12 #33,181
1901 historical 23 #31,466
1911 historical 41 #28,802
1997 modern 75 #30,109
1998 modern 81 #29,849
1999 modern 85 #29,578
2000 modern 86 #29,484
2001 modern 87 #29,161
2002 modern 87 #29,644
2003 modern 87 #29,615
2004 modern 90 #29,481
2005 modern 90 #29,527
2006 modern 79 #31,263
2007 modern 77 #31,856
2008 modern 86 #31,114
2009 modern 86 #31,612
2010 modern 97 #30,697
2011 modern 95 #30,877
2012 modern 101 #30,078
2013 modern 104 #30,076
2014 modern 105 #30,204
2015 modern 106 #29,895
2016 modern 101 #30,929

Geography

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Where Littmans 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 Cornwall, Trafford, Bath and North East Somerset and Kensington and Chelsea. 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 Cornwall 029 Cornwall
2 Trafford 025 Trafford
3 Bath and North East Somerset 007 Bath and North East Somerset
4 Kensington and Chelsea 010 Kensington and Chelsea
5 Kensington and Chelsea 012 Kensington and Chelsea

Forenames

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First names often paired with Littman

These lists show first names that appear often with the Littman 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 Littman

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

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Littman is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction 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

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

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

Littman 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

Littman falls in decile 8 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.

8
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Littman 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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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

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

Meaning and origin of Littman

The surname LITTMAN is of German origin and dates back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the regions of Bavaria and Prussia, where it was likely an occupational name for someone who worked as a small trader or a peddler, derived from the German words "litt" meaning small and "mann" meaning man.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name LITTMAN can be found in the church records of the town of Nürnberg, Bavaria, where a certain Hans Littman was mentioned in 1567. The name also appears in various other historical documents from the region, such as tax records and property deeds, indicating its widespread use among the local population.

In the 17th century, the LITTMAN name began to spread beyond its initial geographical boundaries, with families bearing the name settling in other parts of Germany, as well as neighboring countries like Austria and Switzerland. One notable individual from this period was Johann Littman (1609-1678), a renowned Lutheran theologian and author from Saxony.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the LITTMAN name continued to gain prominence, with several individuals making their mark in various fields. Among them were Karl Littman (1786-1858), a German composer and musician, and Wilhelm Littman (1819-1890), a renowned German architect whose works can still be seen in cities like Berlin and Dresden.

The 20th century saw the LITTMAN name spread further afield, with families emigrating to other parts of the world, including the United States and Canada. One notable figure from this era was Enno Littmann (1875-1958), a German Orientalist and explorer who conducted extensive research in the Middle East and authored several books on Arabic language and culture.

Other notable individuals bearing the LITTMAN surname include Walter Littmann (1920-2006), a German-American writer and journalist who covered the Nuremberg Trials, and Sherry Littman (born 1943), an American film producer best known for her work on the acclaimed movie "The Princess Bride."

Overall, the LITTMAN surname has a rich and varied history, with its origins deeply rooted in the German-speaking regions of Europe. Despite its humble beginnings as an occupational name, it has since been borne by individuals from diverse walks of life, contributing to various fields and leaving their mark on the annals of history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Littman families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Littman 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. Warwickshire leads with 7 Littmans recorded in 1881 and an index of 28.54x.

County Total Index
Warwickshire 7 28.54x
Buckinghamshire 3 51.02x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Birmingham in Warwickshire leads with 7 Littmans recorded in 1881 and an index of 85.57x.

Place Total Index
Birmingham 7 85.57x
Aylesbury 3 1153.85x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Ada 1
Agnes 1
Alice 1
Carlotta 1
Ellen 1
Florence 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
George 2
Edward 1
William 1

FAQ

Littman surname: questions and answers

How common was the Littman surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Littman surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016. That gives Littman a modern rank of #30,929.

What does the Littman surname mean?

A surname derived from the Middle High German word lütte meaning "little" or "small".

What does the Littman map show?

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