UK surname
A variant spelling of the German surname Mannel or Mannl, derived from the Middle High German word "man" meaning "man" or "husband."
In the 1881 census there were 51 people recorded with the Mannel surname, ranking it #26,428 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 13, ranked #37,278, down from #26,428 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos), St Agnes and Manchester. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mannel is 198 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 74.5%.
1881 census count
51
Ranked #26,428
Modern count
13
2016, ranked #37,278
Peak year
1891
198 bearers
Map years
3
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Mannel surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Mannel 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 | 131 | #14,243 |
| 1861 | historical | 159 | #14,553 |
| 1881 | historical | 51 | #26,428 |
| 1891 | historical | 198 | #15,033 |
| 1901 | historical | 82 | #25,019 |
| 1911 | historical | 32 | #29,838 |
| 1997 | modern | 11 | #36,912 |
| 1998 | modern | 11 | #36,908 |
| 1999 | modern | 10 | #37,072 |
| 2000 | modern | 11 | #36,879 |
| 2001 | modern | 11 | #36,727 |
| 2002 | modern | 11 | #36,780 |
| 2003 | modern | 9 | #37,101 |
| 2004 | modern | 9 | #37,213 |
| 2005 | modern | 13 | #36,833 |
| 2006 | modern | 12 | #37,014 |
| 2007 | modern | 14 | #36,886 |
| 2008 | modern | 14 | #36,950 |
| 2009 | modern | 15 | #36,942 |
| 2010 | modern | 17 | #36,862 |
| 2011 | modern | 17 | #36,839 |
| 2012 | modern | 15 | #36,982 |
| 2013 | modern | 16 | #36,955 |
| 2014 | modern | 15 | #37,070 |
| 2015 | modern | 13 | #37,251 |
| 2016 | modern | 13 | #37,278 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos), St Agnes, Manchester, Symondsbury and St Marylebone. 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 | Ystradyfodwg (incl. Rhigos) | Glamorganshire |
| 2 | St Agnes | Cornwall |
| 3 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 4 | Symondsbury | Dorset |
| 5 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Mannel 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 Mannel, 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 Mannel surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Mannel 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, Mannel 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 Mannel is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Mannel, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname MANNEL is believed to have originated in France, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old French word "manel," which referred to a type of small farm or estate. The name may also be related to the Latin word "manere," meaning "to remain" or "to dwell," suggesting a connection to a specific place or landholding.
In the early centuries of its existence, the surname MANNEL was predominantly found in the regions of Normandy and Brittany in northwestern France. Historical records from the 11th and 12th centuries indicate that the name was associated with landowning families in these areas, reflecting the agricultural roots of its origin.
One of the earliest documented references to the MANNEL surname can be found in the Cartulaire de Marmoutiers, a medieval cartulary (collection of charters and records) compiled by the Abbey of Marmoutier near Tours, France. This cartulary mentions a certain "Robertus Mannel" in the year 1147, providing evidence of the name's existence during that time.
In the 13th century, the surname appears in the Rotuli Hundredorum, a series of administrative records from the reign of King Edward I of England. These rolls mention a "Johannes Mannel" from the county of Oxfordshire, suggesting that the name had spread beyond its French origins by that point.
Notable individuals bearing the MANNEL surname throughout history include:
1. Jean Mannel (c. 1350 - 1415), a French knight who participated in the Hundred Years' War and was recorded as serving under the French King Charles VI.
2. Guillemette Mannel (c. 1410 - 1480), a French noblewoman and landowner from the province of Normandy, known for her involvement in local governance and charitable works.
3. Pierre Mannel (c. 1520 - 1589), a French Protestant theologian and scholar who taught at the University of Geneva and authored several theological treatises.
4. Nicolas Mannel (1588 - 1667), a French engraver and cartographer who produced detailed maps of various regions in France and other parts of Europe.
5. Marie-Anne Mannel (1717 - 1786), a French painter and portraitist whose works were commissioned by the aristocracy and displayed in the Salon de Paris during the 18th century.
While the MANNEL surname has endured for centuries, its origins can be traced back to the medieval era in northwestern France, where it was closely tied to the agricultural landscape and landholdings of its earliest bearers.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mannel 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. Northumberland leads with 11 Mannels recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.16x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Northumberland | 11 | 15.16x |
| Glamorgan | 8 | 9.42x |
| Cornwall | 7 | 12.68x |
| Essex | 7 | 7.27x |
| Yorkshire | 7 | 1.45x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 1.23x |
| Dorset | 1 | 3.13x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 1.05x |
| Norfolk | 1 | 1.33x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.42x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Elswick in Northumberland leads with 11 Mannels recorded in 1881 and an index of 189.98x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Elswick | 11 | 189.98x |
| Ystradyfodwg | 8 | 107.38x |
| Lexden | 7 | 1794.87x |
| Sheffield | 5 | 32.51x |
| Chelsea London | 4 | 27.23x |
| St Austell | 3 | 158.73x |
| Nether Hallam | 2 | 30.58x |
| St Agnes | 2 | 259.74x |
| Battersea | 1 | 5.57x |
| Blandford Forum | 1 | 158.73x |
| Gorran | 1 | 625.00x |
| Great Yarmouth | 1 | 16.10x |
| Hackney London | 1 | 3.66x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 5.58x |
| St Ervan | 1 | 1428.57x |
| Tetbury | 1 | 185.19x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Mannel 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 Mannel 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 Mannel households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 18 |
| Engine Driver | 2 |
| Stone Mason | 2 |
| -- | 1 |
| Apprentice To Millwright | 1 |
| Booking Clerk | 1 |
| Constable Metropolitan Police | 1 |
| Contractor (Undef) | 1 |
| Cook (Dom Serv) | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Engine Fitter | 1 |
| File Cutler | 1 |
| Fishmonger | 1 |
| Gen Serv (Domestic) | 1 |
| General Serv | 1 |
| Genl Serv | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Railway Guard | 1 |
| Railway Guard Wife | 1 |
| Steel Melter | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 51 people were recorded with the Mannel surname. That placed it at #26,428 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 13 in 2016. That gives Mannel a modern rank of #37,278.
A variant spelling of the German surname Mannel or Mannl, derived from the Middle High German word "man" meaning "man" or "husband."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mannel 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.