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UK surname

Mariani

An Italian surname derived from the given name Mariano, which means "of Marius" or "belonging to Marius."

In the 1881 census there were 2 people recorded with the Mariani surname, ranking it #33,721 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 177, ranked #21,230, up from #33,721 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Carmarthenshire, Westminster and Suffolk Coastal.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mariani is 177 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 8750.0%.

1881 census count

2

Ranked #33,721

Modern count

177

2016, ranked #21,230

Peak year

2016

177 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mariani had 2 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,721 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016, ranked #21,230.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 34 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Mariani surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mariani surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mariani 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 1 #33,412
1881 historical 2 #33,721
1891 historical 3 #34,257
1901 historical 34 #30,281
1911 historical 30 #30,073
1997 modern 116 #24,688
1998 modern 117 #25,190
1999 modern 121 #24,855
2000 modern 127 #24,121
2001 modern 120 #24,615
2002 modern 128 #24,150
2003 modern 130 #23,672
2004 modern 126 #24,335
2005 modern 123 #24,663
2006 modern 131 #23,942
2007 modern 133 #24,059
2008 modern 137 #23,883
2009 modern 147 #23,248
2010 modern 157 #22,800
2011 modern 154 #22,886
2012 modern 159 #22,361
2013 modern 159 #22,706
2014 modern 166 #22,277
2015 modern 168 #21,971
2016 modern 177 #21,230

Geography

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Where Marianis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Carmarthenshire, Westminster, Suffolk Coastal, Haringey and Central Bedfordshire. 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 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Carmarthenshire 017 Carmarthenshire
2 Westminster 022 Westminster
3 Suffolk Coastal 011 Suffolk Coastal
4 Haringey 030 Haringey
5 Central Bedfordshire 012 Central Bedfordshire

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mariani

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mariani

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Mariani surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Mariani household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Mariani 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

Mariani is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

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

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Mariani falls in decile 7 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

7
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mariani is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

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

9
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Mariani

The surname Mariani originated in Italy and has its roots in the Latin word "marianus," which means "of Mars" or "dedicated to Mars." It is believed to have been initially used as a personal name or a nickname given to those born under the astrological sign of Mars or those who exhibited warrior-like qualities.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Mariani can be traced back to the 12th century in various regions of Italy, particularly in Tuscany, Lombardy, and Veneto. It was often associated with noble families and individuals of significant social standing during the medieval period.

One of the earliest documented references to the Mariani surname can be found in the "Libro d'Oro della Nobiltà Veneziana" (Book of Gold of Venetian Nobility), a historical record of noble families in Venice, dating back to the 14th century.

In the 15th century, the Mariani family played a prominent role in the cultural and political life of Florence. Notably, Vincenzo Mariani (1430-1498), a renowned Florentine humanist and diplomat, served as an ambassador for the Republic of Florence and was highly regarded for his literary works.

During the Renaissance, the Mariani name was associated with several notable artists and intellectuals. One of the most celebrated figures was Camillo Mariani (1567-1611), an Italian painter and architect from Vicenza, renowned for his frescoes and architectural designs in churches and palaces throughout northern Italy.

In the 17th century, the Mariani family established itself in Naples, where they were recognized as part of the city's noble class. Francesco Mariani (1618-1678), a Neapolitan mathematician and astronomer, made significant contributions to the study of celestial mechanics and was a member of the prestigious Accademia degli Investiganti (Academy of Investigators).

Another notable figure was Giovan Battista Mariani (1730-1806), an Italian composer and music theorist from Bergamo. He was highly regarded for his operas, oratorios, and theoretical works on music composition, which influenced many composers of his time.

Throughout history, the Mariani surname has been associated with various regions of Italy, reflecting the widespread presence of this family name across the country. While the name's origins can be traced back to the medieval period, it has continued to be a prominent surname in Italy and among Italian communities around the world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Mariani families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mariani 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. Durham leads with 1 Marianis recorded in 1881 and an index of 17.42x.

County Total Index
Durham 1 17.42x
Middlesex 1 5.19x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Kensington London in Middlesex leads with 1 Marianis recorded in 1881 and an index of 93.46x.

Place Total Index
Kensington London 1 93.46x
Sunderland 1 1000.00x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Amer 1
Galisco 1

Top occupations

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 Mariani households.

Occupation Count
No Occupation 1
Waiter 1

FAQ

Mariani surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mariani surname in 1881?

In 1881, 2 people were recorded with the Mariani surname. That placed it at #33,721 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mariani surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016. That gives Mariani a modern rank of #21,230.

What does the Mariani surname mean?

An Italian surname derived from the given name Mariano, which means "of Marius" or "belonging to Marius."

What does the Mariani map show?

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