UK surname
A surname derived from the Old Norse word 'loggr', meaning a tree trunk or log.
In the 1881 census there were 100 people recorded with the Logg surname, ranking it #19,750 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 31, ranked #35,942, down from #19,750 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Govan Combination, Dumfries and Glasgow. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Logg is 284 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 69.0%.
1881 census count
100
Ranked #19,750
Modern count
31
2016, ranked #35,942
Peak year
1861
284 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Logg surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Logg surname density by area, 1881 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 163 | #12,156 |
| 1861 | historical | 284 | #8,845 |
| 1881 | historical | 100 | #19,750 |
| 1891 | historical | 120 | #21,292 |
| 1901 | historical | 73 | #26,069 |
| 1911 | historical | 58 | #27,001 |
| 1997 | modern | 41 | #33,552 |
| 1998 | modern | 44 | #33,462 |
| 1999 | modern | 43 | #33,683 |
| 2000 | modern | 42 | #33,791 |
| 2001 | modern | 39 | #33,923 |
| 2002 | modern | 36 | #34,480 |
| 2003 | modern | 34 | #34,681 |
| 2004 | modern | 33 | #34,947 |
| 2005 | modern | 37 | #34,815 |
| 2006 | modern | 37 | #35,074 |
| 2007 | modern | 35 | #35,347 |
| 2008 | modern | 34 | #35,502 |
| 2009 | modern | 35 | #35,545 |
| 2010 | modern | 36 | #35,620 |
| 2011 | modern | 32 | #35,831 |
| 2012 | modern | 35 | #35,645 |
| 2013 | modern | 34 | #35,761 |
| 2014 | modern | 34 | #35,784 |
| 2015 | modern | 34 | #35,756 |
| 2016 | modern | 31 | #35,942 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Govan Combination, Dumfries, Glasgow, Bradford and Paisley Abbey. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Govan Combination | Lanark |
| 2 | Dumfries | Dumfries |
| 3 | Glasgow | Lanark |
| 4 | Bradford | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 5 | Paisley Abbey | Renfrew |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Logg surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Logg, 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
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Logg surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Logg household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Logg is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Logg is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Logg, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname LOGG has its origins traced back to England. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word 'logg', which means a tree trunk or a log of wood. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to a person who lived near a prominent log or a forested area.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname LOGG can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of land and landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. This document mentions a landowner named Radulfus de Logge, whose name is thought to be an early variation of LOGG.
In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various medieval records, often with different spellings such as Logge, Lugge, and Loge. These variations likely stemmed from the regional accents and dialects of the time.
One notable historical figure bearing this surname was Sir Thomas Logg (c. 1505-1567), an English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
Another prominent individual was William Logg (1593-1663), an English clergyman and academic who served as the Provost of King's College, Cambridge, from 1643 to 1663.
In the 18th century, John Logg (1711-1792) was a renowned English architect and surveyor who designed several notable buildings in London, including the former Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.
A famous literary figure with this surname was Thomas Logg (1832-1904), an English poet and author known for his works celebrating rural life and the beauty of the English countryside.
Moving to the 20th century, Sir Edward Logg (1901-1987) was a distinguished British diplomat who served as the Ambassador to the United States from 1961 to 1968.
Throughout history, the surname LOGG has also been associated with various place names in England, such as Logg Green in Buckinghamshire, Logg Farm in Oxfordshire, and Logg Hill in Hampshire. These place names likely derived from the same Old English root as the surname, further highlighting the connection between the name and the natural landscape.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Logg surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Yorkshire leads with 26 Loggs recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.83x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire | 26 | 2.83x |
| Lanarkshire | 23 | 7.67x |
| Renfrewshire | 13 | 18.10x |
| Cornwall | 12 | 11.44x |
| Devon | 8 | 4.15x |
| Durham | 5 | 1.81x |
| Glamorgan | 2 | 1.24x |
| Middlesex | 2 | 0.22x |
| Wigtownshire | 2 | 16.26x |
| Ayrshire | 1 | 1.44x |
| Dorset | 1 | 1.64x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Govan in Lanarkshire leads with 18 Loggs recorded in 1881 and an index of 24.28x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Govan | 18 | 24.28x |
| Kippax | 11 | 1358.02x |
| Paisley Middle Church | 9 | 215.31x |
| Bradford | 7 | 31.49x |
| Leeds | 6 | 11.57x |
| Marhamchurch | 6 | 3529.41x |
| St Mary Magdalene | 6 | 779.22x |
| South Shields | 5 | 203.25x |
| Tiverton | 5 | 150.60x |
| Kilbarchan | 4 | 183.49x |
| Barony | 3 | 3.96x |
| Beaford | 3 | 1578.95x |
| Glasgow | 2 | 3.76x |
| Islington London | 2 | 2.23x |
| Penninghame | 2 | 160.00x |
| Cardiff St Mary | 1 | 11.25x |
| Galston | 1 | 52.63x |
| Horton In Bradford | 1 | 6.97x |
| Manningham | 1 | 8.84x |
| Netherbury | 1 | 200.00x |
| Roath | 1 | 13.64x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Logg surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Logg surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 100 people were recorded with the Logg surname. That placed it at #19,750 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 31 in 2016. That gives Logg a modern rank of #35,942.
A surname derived from the Old Norse word 'loggr', meaning a tree trunk or log.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Logg bearers relative to the surrounding population.
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.