UK surname
A surname possibly of English origin, derived from either a location or as an old variant of the word "lovable".
In the 1881 census there were 78 people recorded with the Lovall surname, ranking it #22,500 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 3, ranked #38,594, down from #22,500 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Sedgley, Stone and Trentham. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lovall is 128 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 96.2%.
1881 census count
78
Ranked #22,500
Modern count
3
2016, ranked #38,594
Peak year
1891
128 bearers
Map years
1
1891 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Lovall surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Lovall surname density by area, 1891 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 | 34 | #27,194 |
| 1861 | historical | 76 | #24,114 |
| 1881 | historical | 78 | #22,500 |
| 1891 | historical | 128 | #20,393 |
| 1901 | historical | 67 | #26,703 |
| 1911 | historical | 21 | #31,179 |
| 1997 | modern | 6 | #37,704 |
| 1998 | modern | 11 | #36,908 |
| 1999 | modern | 9 | #37,217 |
| 2000 | modern | 6 | #37,624 |
| 2001 | modern | 7 | #37,293 |
| 2002 | modern | 6 | #37,532 |
| 2003 | modern | 5 | #37,750 |
| 2004 | modern | 5 | #37,830 |
| 2005 | modern | 5 | #37,885 |
| 2006 | modern | 4 | #38,130 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 5 | #38,027 |
| 2009 | modern | 6 | #37,953 |
| 2010 | modern | 6 | #38,024 |
| 2011 | modern | 5 | #38,168 |
| 2012 | modern | 3 | #38,530 |
| 2013 | modern | 3 | #38,526 |
| 2014 | modern | 4 | #38,376 |
| 2015 | modern | 4 | #38,392 |
| 2016 | modern | 3 | #38,594 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Sedgley, Stone, Trentham, Burslem and Sandbach. 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 | Sedgley | Staffordshire |
| 2 | Stone | Staffordshire |
| 3 | Trentham | Staffordshire |
| 4 | Burslem | Staffordshire |
| 5 | Sandbach | Cheshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Lovall 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 Lovall, 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 Lovall surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Lovall 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, Lovall 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 Lovall is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Lovall, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Lovall is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be a locative name, derived from a place name in the English county of Suffolk, where it was first recorded. The name may have its roots in the Old English words "lofe" meaning "loaf" and "heal" meaning "hall" or "house," potentially referring to a place where bread was baked or sold.
The earliest known record of the surname Lovall can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Suffolk, a census-like document from the late 13th century. One entry from 1273 mentions a "Robert de Lofhale," which is believed to be an early spelling variation of the name.
In the 14th century, the Lovall family seemed to have established a presence in the village of Lowestoft, also in Suffolk. A document from 1349 references a "John Lovall of Lowestoft," suggesting the name had become more widespread in the region by that time.
One notable bearer of the Lovall surname was Sir Thomas Lovall, a wealthy merchant and politician who lived in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He served as a Member of Parliament for the city of Norwich and was also a prominent figure in the city's trade guilds.
Another individual of historical significance was John Lovall, a Puritan minister who emigrated from England to the Massachusetts Bay Colony in the 17th century. He served as the minister of the church in Medfield, Massachusetts, from 1659 until his death in 1682.
In the 18th century, the Lovall name appears in records from the county of Gloucestershire, where a family of that surname owned land and properties. One notable member was William Lovall, born in 1735, who served as a magistrate and justice of the peace in the region.
The surname also made its way to Ireland, where variations such as Lovell and Lovill were more common. One notable Irish bearer of the name was Sir Salathiel Lovell, who served as a judge and Chief Justice of the Irish Court of Common Pleas in the late 17th century.
Throughout its history, the Lovall surname has maintained a presence across various regions of England, as well as in parts of Ireland. While not among the most common surnames, it has been carried by individuals from different walks of life, including merchants, politicians, clergymen, and landowners.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lovall 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. Warwickshire leads with 15 Lovalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 7.92x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Warwickshire | 15 | 7.92x |
| Staffordshire | 14 | 5.52x |
| Lancashire | 12 | 1.35x |
| Hampshire | 10 | 6.50x |
| Surrey | 7 | 1.91x |
| Cheshire | 6 | 3.62x |
| Derbyshire | 4 | 3.40x |
| Kent | 3 | 1.17x |
| Flintshire | 2 | 9.91x |
| Devon | 1 | 0.64x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.13x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 1.42x |
| Oxfordshire | 1 | 2.16x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aston in Warwickshire leads with 15 Lovalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 28.76x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Aston | 15 | 28.76x |
| Wolverhampton | 7 | 35.92x |
| Southwark St Saviour | 6 | 155.44x |
| Eling | 5 | 320.51x |
| Monks Coppenhall | 5 | 79.87x |
| Stone | 5 | 154.32x |
| Belper | 4 | 175.44x |
| Hulme | 4 | 21.49x |
| West Derby | 4 | 15.34x |
| Ashe | 3 | 6000.00x |
| Oldham | 3 | 10.43x |
| Aldershot | 2 | 38.76x |
| Chislehurst | 2 | 145.99x |
| Flint | 2 | 173.91x |
| Uttoxeter | 2 | 153.85x |
| Banbury | 1 | 107.53x |
| Blackley | 1 | 64.10x |
| Clerkenwell London | 1 | 5.64x |
| Kenn | 1 | 416.67x |
| Lewisham | 1 | 7.32x |
| Northampton Priory St | 1 | 23.58x |
| Sound | 1 | 1428.57x |
| Windlesham | 1 | 144.93x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Lovall 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 Lovall surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 78 people were recorded with the Lovall surname. That placed it at #22,500 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 3 in 2016. That gives Lovall a modern rank of #38,594.
A surname possibly of English origin, derived from either a location or as an old variant of the word "lovable".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Lovall 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.