UK surname
A variant of the surname Marks, likely derived from an occupational name for a merchant or marketer.
In the 1881 census there were 7 people recorded with the Markins surname, ranking it #32,765 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 14, ranked #37,178, down from #32,765 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Uny Lelant, Tunbridge, Bidborough and Budock. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Markins is 119 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 100.0%.
1881 census count
7
Ranked #32,765
Modern count
14
2016, ranked #37,178
Peak year
1861
119 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Markins surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Markins 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 | 2 | #33,133 |
| 1861 | historical | 119 | #18,393 |
| 1881 | historical | 7 | #32,765 |
| 1891 | historical | 63 | #28,881 |
| 1901 | historical | 22 | #31,562 |
| 1911 | historical | 23 | #30,923 |
| 1997 | modern | 24 | #35,376 |
| 1998 | modern | 25 | #35,365 |
| 1999 | modern | 21 | #35,810 |
| 2000 | modern | 16 | #36,316 |
| 2001 | modern | 15 | #36,265 |
| 2002 | modern | 17 | #36,164 |
| 2003 | modern | 11 | #36,842 |
| 2004 | modern | 12 | #36,835 |
| 2005 | modern | 12 | #36,936 |
| 2006 | modern | 12 | #37,014 |
| 2007 | modern | 15 | #36,793 |
| 2008 | modern | 14 | #36,950 |
| 2009 | modern | 16 | #36,850 |
| 2010 | modern | 15 | #37,038 |
| 2011 | modern | 18 | #36,739 |
| 2012 | modern | 16 | #36,897 |
| 2013 | modern | 14 | #37,127 |
| 2014 | modern | 14 | #37,161 |
| 2015 | modern | 14 | #37,157 |
| 2016 | modern | 14 | #37,178 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Uny Lelant, Tunbridge, Bidborough, Budock, Stratford St Mary and St Matthew Bethnal Green. 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 | Uny Lelant | Cornwall |
| 2 | Tunbridge, Bidborough | Kent |
| 3 | Budock | Cornwall |
| 4 | Stratford St Mary | Suffolk |
| 5 | St Matthew Bethnal Green | London (East Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Markins 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 Markins, 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 Markins surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Markins 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, Markins 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 Markins is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Markins, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Markins has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "marc," which means "boundary" or "border," and the diminutive suffix "-in," indicating a small or diminutive form.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Markins can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1196, where a person named Walter Markins is mentioned. This suggests that the name was already in use by the late 12th century.
In the 13th century, the name appeared in various records, such as the Curia Regis Rolls of Lincolnshire in 1201, where a Henry Markins is referenced. Additionally, the Feet of Fines for Yorkshire in 1254 mentions a William Markins.
The Markins surname is believed to have originated in the northern counties of England, particularly in areas like Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire. It may have been associated with individuals who lived near or managed boundary markers or worked as land surveyors.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the surname Markins was Sir John Markins (c. 1310-1380), a renowned English knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War. Another was Richard Markins (c. 1450-1518), a wealthy merchant from York who served as an alderman and mayor of the city.
In the 16th century, the surname Markins appeared in various records, including the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire in 1524, where a Thomas Markins is listed. The Lay Subsidy Rolls of Nottinghamshire in 1595 also mention a Robert Markins.
During the 17th century, the name Markins continued to be documented in various records. In 1621, a John Markins was listed in the Visitation of Yorkshire, a record of genealogical information compiled by heralds. Additionally, a William Markins (1632-1703) was a noted English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of St. Mary's Church in Nottingham.
The 18th century saw further references to the Markins surname. One notable individual was George Markins (1736-1811), an English painter and engraver known for his landscape and topographical works.
As the Markins surname spread throughout England, variations in spelling emerged, including Markin, Markyn, and Markings. Some individuals with the surname Markins were also associated with specific place names, such as Markins of Markingfield in Yorkshire.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Markins 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. Kent leads with 5 Markins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 21.53x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Tonbridge in Kent leads with 5 Markins' recorded in 1881 and an index of 595.24x.
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Markins 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 Markins 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 Markins households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Omnibus Driver | 1 |
| Plumbers Apprentice | 1 |
| Scholar | 1 |
| Sister Of Mercy of The Communicants Of All Saints | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 7 people were recorded with the Markins surname. That placed it at #32,765 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 14 in 2016. That gives Markins a modern rank of #37,178.
A variant of the surname Marks, likely derived from an occupational name for a merchant or marketer.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Markins 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.