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UK surname

Marini

Derived from the Italian word "marino," meaning "of the sea" or referring to someone who lived near the sea.

In the 1881 census there were 2 people recorded with the Marini surname, ranking it #33,721 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 206, ranked #19,183, up from #33,721 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Dowanhill, Thorntonhall, Jackton and Gardenhall and Gwynedd.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Marini is 206 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 10200.0%.

1881 census count

2

Ranked #33,721

Modern count

206

2016, ranked #19,183

Peak year

2016

206 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Marini had 2 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,721 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 206 in 2016, ranked #19,183.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 39 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Marini surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Marini surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Marini 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
1861 historical 5 #33,418
1881 historical 2 #33,721
1891 historical 11 #33,268
1901 historical 10 #33,026
1911 historical 39 #29,025
1997 modern 99 #27,039
1998 modern 103 #27,141
1999 modern 113 #25,913
2000 modern 115 #25,591
2001 modern 115 #25,222
2002 modern 124 #24,616
2003 modern 135 #23,155
2004 modern 134 #23,425
2005 modern 148 #21,961
2006 modern 154 #21,576
2007 modern 154 #21,804
2008 modern 170 #20,672
2009 modern 172 #20,950
2010 modern 173 #21,327
2011 modern 182 #20,495
2012 modern 190 #19,864
2013 modern 198 #19,657
2014 modern 204 #19,439
2015 modern 198 #19,714
2016 modern 206 #19,183

Geography

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Where Marinis 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 Dowanhill, Thorntonhall, Jackton and Gardenhall, Gwynedd, Hillingdon and St Andrews South East. 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 Dowanhill Glasgow City
2 Thorntonhall, Jackton and Gardenhall South Lanarkshire
3 Gwynedd 011 Gwynedd
4 Hillingdon 007 Hillingdon
5 St Andrews South East Fife

Forenames

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First names often paired with Marini

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Marini

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Marini, 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 Marini surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Marini 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, Marini 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

Marini 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

Marini falls in decile 9 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

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

9
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Marini is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Marini

The surname Marini has its origins in Italy, tracing back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "marinus," meaning "of the sea" or "maritime." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who lived near the coast or had occupations related to the sea, such as fishermen or sailors.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marini can be found in the Codice Diplomatico della Lombardia Medievale, a collection of medieval documents from the region of Lombardy, dated around the 12th century. The name appears in various forms, including Marinus, Marini, and de Marinis, indicating its widespread use across different parts of Italy.

In the 13th century, the Marini family gained prominence in the Republic of Genoa, where they were involved in maritime trade and naval activities. Several members of the family served as admirals and commanders in the Genoese navy, contributing to the city's naval power and influence in the Mediterranean.

During the Renaissance period, the Marini name was associated with notable figures in the arts and literature. Giambattista Marini (1569-1625), an Italian poet and playwright, gained fame for his work "L'Adone," considered a significant example of the Baroque literary style. His poetic innovations and influence on the literary scene earned him a lasting place in Italian cultural history.

Another prominent figure bearing the Marini surname was Giovanni Ambrogio Marini (1594-1668), an Italian historian and antiquarian. He served as the keeper of the Vatican Library and made significant contributions to the study of ancient inscriptions and manuscripts, publishing several works on Roman and Christian antiquities.

In the 18th century, the Marini family established themselves in the papal territories, with members holding positions within the Catholic Church. Gaetano Marini (1742-1815), a renowned scholar and prelate, served as the prefect of the Vatican Archives and was renowned for his expertise in paleography and diplomatics.

Throughout history, the Marini surname has been associated with various professions, from seafarers and merchants to artists, scholars, and religious figures. The name has endured across centuries, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diverse backgrounds of those who bore it.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Marini families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Marini 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. Middlesex leads with 1 Marinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 5.19x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 1 5.19x
Northumberland 1 34.84x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Chirton in Northumberland leads with 1 Marinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 1666.67x.

Place Total Index
Chirton 1 1666.67x
St Anne Soho London 1 909.09x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Edward 1
Francisco 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 Marini households.

Occupation Count
Ship Broker 1
Waiter 1

FAQ

Marini surname: questions and answers

How common was the Marini surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Marini surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 206 in 2016. That gives Marini a modern rank of #19,183.

What does the Marini surname mean?

Derived from the Italian word "marino," meaning "of the sea" or referring to someone who lived near the sea.

What does the Marini map show?

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