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UK surname

Manship

English surname derived from the words "man" plus "ship," denoting male power or authority.

In the 1881 census there were 277 people recorded with the Manship surname, ranking it #10,283 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 491, ranked #10,116, up from #10,283 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Pilton, North Wootton, Shepton Mallet, Croscombe, Leicester St Margaret and Bishop's Fee, Leicester All Saints, Blackfriars and Leicester St Leonard with Abbey and Woodgate. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Caerphilly, Newport and Leicester.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Manship is 509 in 2004. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 77.3%.

1881 census count

277

Ranked #10,283

Modern count

491

2016, ranked #10,116

Peak year

2004

509 bearers

Map years

9

1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Manship had 277 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #10,283 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 491 in 2016, ranked #10,116.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 380 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living.

Manship surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Manship surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Manship 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
1851 historical 157 #12,504
1861 historical 172 #13,619
1881 historical 277 #10,283
1891 historical 323 #10,480
1901 historical 309 #11,418
1911 historical 380 #9,655
1997 modern 484 #9,531
1998 modern 498 #9,622
1999 modern 493 #9,765
2000 modern 470 #10,089
2001 modern 470 #9,906
2002 modern 491 #9,752
2003 modern 484 #9,717
2004 modern 509 #9,390
2005 modern 503 #9,405
2006 modern 499 #9,500
2007 modern 487 #9,753
2008 modern 486 #9,852
2009 modern 502 #9,818
2010 modern 494 #10,144
2011 modern 493 #10,056
2012 modern 498 #9,886
2013 modern 504 #9,966
2014 modern 494 #10,170
2015 modern 487 #10,202
2016 modern 491 #10,116

Geography

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Where Manships are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Pilton, North Wootton, Shepton Mallet, Croscombe, Leicester St Margaret and Bishop's Fee, Leicester All Saints, Blackfriars, Leicester St Leonard with Abbey and Woodgate, Swansea and St Woollos (incl. Newport). These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Caerphilly, Newport, Leicester and Scarborough. 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 Pilton, North Wootton, Shepton Mallet, Croscombe Somerset
2 Leicester St Margaret and Bishop's Fee, Leicester All Saints, Blackfriars Leicestershire
3 Leicester St Leonard with Abbey and Woodgate Leicestershire
4 Swansea Glamorganshire
5 St Woollos (incl. Newport) Monmouthshire

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Caerphilly 018 Caerphilly
2 Newport 002 Newport
3 Leicester 020 Leicester
4 Scarborough 002 Scarborough
5 Newport 011 Newport

Forenames

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First names often paired with Manship

These lists show first names that appear often with the Manship surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Manship

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Manship, 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

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living

Nationally, the Manship surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Inner Suburbs and Small Town Living, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Manship household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Families with resident dependent children (but not students) are common. Established family groups and White ethnicity predominate, as do individuals born in the UK. They are more likely than the Supergroup average to have been resident in their terraced, semi-detached, or detached houses for more than one year. Levels of multiple car ownership are high. Properties are owned and typically have surplus living space. Associate professionals and administrative occupations are prevalent, and parents are likely to be in middle age or approaching retirement. Educational attainment is above the Supergroup average. Scattered developments and concentrations are found in many small towns.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Manship is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

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

Manship is most concentrated in decile 5 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname near the middle of the scale.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Manship falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Manship is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of Over 70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

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

Meaning and origin of Manship

The surname Manship has its origins in England, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "mann" and "scipe," which together mean "a man's estate or holding." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who was a landowner or held a significant property.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Manship can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Mannshipp" and "Manschyp," indicating its evolution over time.

During the 13th century, the name Manship was associated with several notable individuals. One such person was Richard Manship, who was a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Nottingham. Records from this period also mention a John Manship, a wealthy farmer who owned extensive lands in the county of Oxfordshire.

In the 15th century, the Manship family had established themselves as influential landowners in the southern counties of England. One member, William Manship (1420-1487), was a respected magistrate and served as the Sheriff of Hampshire in 1467.

The 16th century saw the rise of Thomas Manship (1540-1612), a renowned scholar and author who wrote extensively on topics ranging from theology to philosophy. His works were widely read and influential during the Renaissance period.

As the name spread across England, it also took on various local variations and spellings. For instance, in the county of Dorset, the name was sometimes recorded as "Manshipp," while in Devon, it was often written as "Manshyppe." These regional differences reflect the diverse linguistic influences that shaped the English language over the centuries.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname Manship. Among them are:

1. Sir John Manship (1650-1725), a renowned architect who designed several iconic buildings, including St. Paul's Cathedral in London. 2. Elizabeth Manship (1770-1842), a celebrated novelist and poet whose works were widely acclaimed during the Romantic era. 3. Richard Manship (1855-1932), a prominent industrialist and philanthropist who founded the Manship Manufacturing Company in Birmingham. 4. William Manship (1890-1964), a renowned sculptor whose works are displayed in various museums and public spaces across the United States. 5. Margaret Manship (1920-2008), a pioneering scientist who made significant contributions to the field of genetics and received numerous awards for her research.

The surname Manship has a rich history that spans centuries and reflects the diverse cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped the English language. From its origins as a name associated with landowners to its representation across various professions and fields, the name has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of English history.

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1881 census detail

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Manship families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Manship 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. Leicestershire leads with 98 Manships recorded in 1881 and an index of 32.71x.

County Total Index
Leicestershire 98 32.71x
Monmouthshire 67 34.30x
Norfolk 33 7.94x
Somerset 27 6.21x
Yorkshire 21 0.78x
Glamorgan 6 1.28x
Kent 6 0.65x
Northamptonshire 5 1.97x
Hampshire 4 0.72x
Middlesex 3 0.11x
Nottinghamshire 2 0.55x
Cambridgeshire 1 0.58x
Devon 1 0.18x
Gloucestershire 1 0.19x
Staffordshire 1 0.11x
Wiltshire 1 0.42x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Woollos in Monmouthshire leads with 60 Manships recorded in 1881 and an index of 275.23x.

Place Total Index
St Woollos 60 275.23x
Leicester St Margaret 59 80.76x
Shepton Mallet 22 450.82x
Leicester St Leonard 15 528.17x
Leicester St Mary 13 53.72x
Great Yarmouth 12 34.87x
Caistor Next Yarmouth 11 753.42x
Hinderwell 9 393.01x
Leicester All Sts 9 153.06x
Leeds 6 3.97x
Newport 6 64.38x
Clase 5 28.59x
Northampton All Sts 5 58.00x
Northfleet 5 61.58x
Wrington 5 342.47x
Ormesby St Michael 4 1481.48x
South Stoneham 4 33.31x
Chelsea London 3 3.68x
East Somerton 3 7500.00x
Northowram 3 15.98x
Billockby 2 3333.33x
Silkstone 2 150.38x
Snenton 2 13.98x
Bedwellty 1 2.90x
Belgrave 1 14.79x
Bradford On Avon 1 13.07x
Devonport 1 15.48x
Glen Parva 1 142.86x
Gloucester St John Baptist 1 29.24x
Hemsby 1 166.67x
Lee 1 7.47x
Penistone 1 47.85x
Stafford St Mary 1 7.75x
Swansea Town 1 2.59x
Whittlesey St Mary St 1 16.72x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Mary 17
Sarah 12
Ann 9
Elizabeth 9
Eliza 8
Annie 5
Fanny 5
Ellen 4
Kate 4
Maria 4
Agnes 3
Anne 3
Emma 3
Caroline 2
Edith 2
Florence 2
Hannah 2
Harriet 2
Leah 2
Margret 2
Susan 2
Ammey 1
Anna 1
Annis 1
Bertha 1
Catherine 1
Celia 1
Charlott 1
Elizth. 1
Elizth.Lucy 1
Emily 1
Emmerald 1
Ethell 1
Florance 1
Frances 1
Hanny 1
Harriett 1
Hellen 1
Isabel 1
Jane 1
Katey 1
Liddia 1
Liley 1
Lizzy 1
Louisa 1
Lousia 1
Margaret 1
Martha 1
Maud 1
T. 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
William 16
John 15
George 7
Charles 6
Thomas 6
Edwin 5
Jacob 4
James 4
Samuel 4
Walter 4
Isaac 3
Joseph 3
Robert 3
Abram 2
Alfred 2
Arthur 2
Ernest 2
Francis 2
Fred 2
Frederick 2
Harry 2
Henry 2
Oliver 2
Richard 2
Stephen 2
Wm. 2
Abraham 1
Ambrose 1
Daniel 1
David 1
Edmond 1
Edmund 1
Frances 1
Fred. 1
Geo.Chas. 1
Herbert 1
Hy. 1
Infant 1
Jas. 1
Larry 1
Lilley 1
Majir 1
Manlock 1
Reuben 1
Robt. 1
Rowland 1
Samuell 1
Thoms 1
Tom 1
Wm.Hy. 1

FAQ

Manship surname: questions and answers

How common was the Manship surname in 1881?

In 1881, 277 people were recorded with the Manship surname. That placed it at #10,283 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Manship surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 491 in 2016. That gives Manship a modern rank of #10,116.

What does the Manship surname mean?

English surname derived from the words "man" plus "ship," denoting male power or authority.

What does the Manship map show?

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