UK surname
A locational surname derived from a location called Mariotte in France.
In the 1881 census there were 54 people recorded with the Mariott surname, ranking it #26,009 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 21, ranked #36,596, down from #26,009 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Matlock, Otley and Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mariott is 152 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 61.1%.
1881 census count
54
Ranked #26,009
Modern count
21
2016, ranked #36,596
Peak year
1861
152 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Mariott surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Mariott surname density by area, 1861 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 | 62 | #22,232 |
| 1861 | historical | 152 | #15,126 |
| 1881 | historical | 54 | #26,009 |
| 1891 | historical | 88 | #25,677 |
| 1901 | historical | 52 | #28,377 |
| 1911 | historical | 75 | #25,322 |
| 1997 | modern | 31 | #34,582 |
| 1998 | modern | 25 | #35,365 |
| 1999 | modern | 26 | #35,320 |
| 2000 | modern | 22 | #35,684 |
| 2001 | modern | 19 | #35,866 |
| 2002 | modern | 13 | #36,570 |
| 2003 | modern | 10 | #36,964 |
| 2004 | modern | 10 | #37,096 |
| 2005 | modern | 8 | #37,422 |
| 2006 | modern | 8 | #37,481 |
| 2007 | modern | 13 | #36,990 |
| 2008 | modern | 10 | #37,371 |
| 2009 | modern | 14 | #37,041 |
| 2010 | modern | 14 | #37,124 |
| 2011 | modern | 15 | #37,030 |
| 2012 | modern | 20 | #36,570 |
| 2013 | modern | 17 | #36,857 |
| 2014 | modern | 19 | #36,740 |
| 2015 | modern | 20 | #36,653 |
| 2016 | modern | 21 | #36,596 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Matlock, Otley, Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard, London parishes and Eaton Socon with Wyboston. 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 | Matlock | Derbyshire |
| 2 | Otley | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 3 | Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard | Nottinghamshire |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Eaton Socon with Wyboston | Huntingdonshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Mariott 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 Mariott, 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 Mariott surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Mariott 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, Mariott 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 Mariott is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Mariott, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Mariott is believed to have originated in France during the medieval period. It is thought to be a variant of the French name "Mariolle", which itself is derived from the Latin name "Marius". The name likely evolved from the personal name of an early bearer.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Mariott surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a manuscript recording landholders in England at the time of the Norman Conquest. Here, the name is spelled as "Mariot". This suggests that the name had already made its way to England by the late 11th century.
During the Middle Ages, the Mariott family established roots in various regions of England, including Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The name is also associated with several place names in these areas, such as Mariott's Farm in Yorkshire and Mariott's Bridge in Lincolnshire.
Notable individuals bearing the Mariott surname include John Mariott (c. 1515-1575), an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Beverley in 1547 and 1563. Another prominent figure was Sir Thomas Mariott (1609-1681), a English lawyer and judge who served as Lord Chief Baron of the Exchequer.
In the realm of literature, the name is associated with Philip Mariott (1619-1678), an English clergyman and author who wrote several religious works, including "The Ark of Eternity" and "The Pattern of Piety".
Moving into the 18th century, we find Richard Mariott (1735-1811), an English architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Church of St. Peter's in Eaton Square.
Lastly, in the 19th century, we have Sir James Mariott (1835-1918), a British engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early telegraph systems. He held several patents and was knighted for his achievements in 1902.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mariott 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. Derbyshire leads with 12 Mariotts recorded in 1881 and an index of 14.29x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Derbyshire | 12 | 14.29x |
| Surrey | 10 | 3.83x |
| Nottinghamshire | 9 | 12.45x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 1.12x |
| Yorkshire | 4 | 0.75x |
| Lancashire | 3 | 0.47x |
| Leicestershire | 3 | 5.04x |
| Worcestershire | 3 | 4.28x |
| Channel Islands | 1 | 6.29x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.94x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 0.95x |
| Hertfordshire | 1 | 2.70x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 1.98x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Lambeth in Surrey leads with 7 Mariotts recorded in 1881 and an index of 14.97x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lambeth | 7 | 14.97x |
| Matlock | 6 | 530.97x |
| Skegby | 4 | 909.09x |
| Stapenhill | 4 | 320.00x |
| Kings Norton | 3 | 47.77x |
| Nottingham St Mary | 3 | 16.04x |
| Oldham | 3 | 14.61x |
| Shoreditch London | 3 | 12.90x |
| South Hiendley | 3 | 4285.71x |
| Battersea | 2 | 10.13x |
| St Pancras London | 2 | 4.63x |
| Blidworth | 1 | 1111.11x |
| Clapham | 1 | 14.90x |
| Clerkenwell London | 1 | 7.90x |
| Felstead | 1 | 277.78x |
| Ibstock | 1 | 232.56x |
| Irthlingborough | 1 | 204.08x |
| Keyham | 1 | 2000.00x |
| Kibworth Harcourt | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Litchurch | 1 | 29.59x |
| Sculcoates | 1 | 11.86x |
| Southwell | 1 | 188.68x |
| St Peter Port | 1 | 34.01x |
| Staveley | 1 | 67.11x |
| Watford | 1 | 34.84x |
| Wotton St Mary | 1 | 181.82x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Mariott 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 Mariott 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 Mariott households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 14 |
| Boot Closer | 1 |
| Boot Finisher | 1 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Brickmakers Labourer | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Clothier (One Asst) | 1 |
| Coal Miner | 1 |
| Coal Miners Son | 1 |
| Coal Miners Wife | 1 |
| Collier | 1 |
| Cotton Operative Piecer | 1 |
| Domestic (Serv) | 1 |
| Farm Serv Indoor | 1 |
| Gardener (Dom) | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Servant | 1 |
| Grocers Assistant | 1 |
| Ham And Beefshop (Provis) | 1 |
| Housekeeper (Dom) | 1 |
| Japanner | 1 |
| Japanner Wife | 1 |
| Kitchen Maid Domestic | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Laundry Help | 1 |
| Plumber | 1 |
| Seamstress | 1 |
| Shoemaker | 1 |
| Shoemaker Wife | 1 |
| Surgeons Widow | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 54 people were recorded with the Mariott surname. That placed it at #26,009 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 21 in 2016. That gives Mariott a modern rank of #36,596.
A locational surname derived from a location called Mariotte in France.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mariott 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.