UK surname
A locational surname originating from a place called Mallock in England.
In the 1881 census there were 121 people recorded with the Mallock surname, ranking it #17,671 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 32, ranked #35,887, down from #17,671 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Combe St Nicholas, Westbury and Tormoham with Torquay. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mallock is 176 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 73.6%.
1881 census count
121
Ranked #17,671
Modern count
32
2016, ranked #35,887
Peak year
1861
176 bearers
Map years
5
1851 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Mallock surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Mallock 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 | 118 | #15,362 |
| 1861 | historical | 176 | #13,335 |
| 1881 | historical | 121 | #17,671 |
| 1891 | historical | 130 | #20,173 |
| 1901 | historical | 67 | #26,703 |
| 1911 | historical | 102 | #22,465 |
| 1997 | modern | 36 | #34,071 |
| 1998 | modern | 47 | #33,197 |
| 1999 | modern | 43 | #33,683 |
| 2000 | modern | 43 | #33,709 |
| 2001 | modern | 42 | #33,658 |
| 2002 | modern | 41 | #34,032 |
| 2003 | modern | 41 | #34,113 |
| 2004 | modern | 42 | #34,222 |
| 2005 | modern | 36 | #34,894 |
| 2006 | modern | 36 | #35,131 |
| 2007 | modern | 35 | #35,347 |
| 2008 | modern | 39 | #35,191 |
| 2009 | modern | 39 | #35,321 |
| 2010 | modern | 39 | #35,451 |
| 2011 | modern | 38 | #35,501 |
| 2012 | modern | 31 | #35,876 |
| 2013 | modern | 34 | #35,761 |
| 2014 | modern | 31 | #35,953 |
| 2015 | modern | 31 | #35,939 |
| 2016 | modern | 32 | #35,887 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Combe St Nicholas, Westbury, Tormoham with Torquay, Cockington and Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry. 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 | Combe St Nicholas | Somerset |
| 2 | Westbury | Wiltshire |
| 3 | Tormoham with Torquay | Devon |
| 4 | Cockington | Devon |
| 5 | Dundee, Liff, Benvie and Invergowry | Forfar |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Mallock 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 Mallock, 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 Mallock surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Mallock 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, Mallock 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 Mallock is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Mallock, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Mallock originates from England. It is believed to have its roots in the Anglo-Saxon period, around the 10th to 11th centuries. The name is likely derived from the Old English word "mæl", meaning "speech" or "agreement", combined with the diminutive suffix "oc" which denotes a smaller or younger person. This could suggest that the original bearer of the name was known for being an orator or someone who made agreements.
The earliest references to the surname Mallock can be found in the Devon region of Southwest England. One of the oldest records of the name occurs in the Domesday Book of 1086, a manuscript that cataloged much of England and parts of Wales for taxation purposes. In this record, variations of the name, such as Maloc or Malocca, appear in relation to land holdings in Devon.
One notable early bearer of the surname was Nicholas Mallock, born circa 1230. He is listed in property records from the mid-13th century as holding significant estates in the Devon area. Another historical figure was John Mallock, born around 1340, who served as a local judge and is recorded in court documents of the time. His adjudications reveal much about the local governance and legal systems of medieval England.
In the 15th century, a member of the family, Edward Mallock, born circa 1420, was mentioned in the chronicles for his participation in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars for control of the throne of England. His support for the Lancastrian cause is documented in various historical texts.
Moving forward to the 17th century, the name appears in the records as Thomas Mallock, born in 1601, who was a landowner and prominent figure in the English Civil War. His activities and shifts in allegiance between the Royalist and Parliamentarian sides reflect the tumultuous nature of the time.
Another important figure with the surname was Richard Mallock, born in 1819, who was a noted politician and author. He represented the Torquay constituency in the House of Commons in the late 19th century and penned several works on political and social issues of his era.
Throughout history, the Mallock surname has been linked to various facets of English society, from law and landownership to military and politics. Each bearer of the name has added to its rich tapestry, reflecting the changing dynamics of England across centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mallock 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. Perthshire leads with 20 Mallocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 36.85x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Perthshire | 20 | 36.85x |
| Lancashire | 19 | 1.32x |
| Devon | 13 | 5.16x |
| Hampshire | 13 | 5.24x |
| Somerset | 9 | 4.62x |
| Middlesex | 7 | 0.58x |
| Stirlingshire | 7 | 15.69x |
| Surrey | 7 | 1.19x |
| Essex | 6 | 2.51x |
| Renfrewshire | 6 | 6.40x |
| Monmouthshire | 4 | 4.58x |
| Sussex | 3 | 1.47x |
| Channel Islands | 2 | 5.58x |
| Norfolk | 2 | 1.08x |
| Northamptonshire | 2 | 1.76x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 1.10x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.28x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 0.56x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 6.94x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Blairgowrie in Perthshire leads with 9 Mallocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 418.60x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Blairgowrie | 9 | 418.60x |
| Portsea | 9 | 18.53x |
| Cockington | 8 | 5333.33x |
| Walton On Hill | 8 | 102.96x |
| Falkirk | 7 | 67.05x |
| Combe St Nicholas | 6 | 1276.60x |
| Leyton Low | 6 | 123.71x |
| Redgorton | 6 | 1000.00x |
| Blackburn | 5 | 13.10x |
| Brampford Speke | 5 | 2500.00x |
| Chelsea London | 5 | 13.72x |
| East Greenock | 5 | 56.50x |
| Salford | 5 | 11.85x |
| Holdenhurst | 4 | 61.54x |
| Muthill | 4 | 563.38x |
| Newport | 4 | 95.92x |
| Barwick | 3 | 1500.00x |
| Camberwell | 3 | 3.88x |
| Pulborough | 2 | 266.67x |
| St Peter Port | 2 | 30.17x |
| Swanton Novers | 2 | 1666.67x |
| Wimbledon | 2 | 30.21x |
| Bishopwearmouth | 1 | 3.24x |
| Brighton | 1 | 2.43x |
| Clerkenwell London | 1 | 3.50x |
| Hardingstone | 1 | 91.74x |
| Harrington | 1 | 1111.11x |
| Paisley Low Church | 1 | 33.67x |
| Perth St Pauls | 1 | 79.37x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 8.12x |
| Sandhurst | 1 | 56.82x |
| Seaton Delaval | 1 | 63.29x |
| St Marylebone London | 1 | 1.55x |
| Stoke | 1 | 35.97x |
| Streatham | 1 | 11.15x |
| Trawden | 1 | 111.11x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Mallock 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 Mallock surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
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 Mallock households.
FAQ
In 1881, 121 people were recorded with the Mallock surname. That placed it at #17,671 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 32 in 2016. That gives Mallock a modern rank of #35,887.
A locational surname originating from a place called Mallock in England.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mallock 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.