UK surname
A Dutch surname likely of locative origin referring to someone from a place called Massop.
In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Massop surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 24, ranked #36,392, down from #34,027 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Arlecdon, Egremont and St John Hackney. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Massop is 100 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 2300.0%.
1881 census count
1
Ranked #34,027
Modern count
24
2016, ranked #36,392
Peak year
1861
100 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Massop surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Massop 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 | 1 | #33,412 |
| 1861 | historical | 100 | #21,103 |
| 1881 | historical | 1 | #34,027 |
| 1891 | historical | 19 | #32,642 |
| 1901 | historical | 9 | #33,154 |
| 1911 | historical | 31 | #29,952 |
| 1997 | modern | 19 | #35,928 |
| 1998 | modern | 21 | #35,788 |
| 1999 | modern | 22 | #35,725 |
| 2000 | modern | 24 | #35,498 |
| 2001 | modern | 21 | #35,646 |
| 2002 | modern | 21 | #35,798 |
| 2003 | modern | 18 | #36,115 |
| 2004 | modern | 18 | #36,245 |
| 2005 | modern | 20 | #36,165 |
| 2006 | modern | 20 | #36,254 |
| 2007 | modern | 21 | #36,290 |
| 2008 | modern | 21 | #36,355 |
| 2009 | modern | 23 | #36,313 |
| 2010 | modern | 23 | #36,400 |
| 2011 | modern | 23 | #36,369 |
| 2012 | modern | 26 | #36,166 |
| 2013 | modern | 24 | #36,344 |
| 2014 | modern | 23 | #36,417 |
| 2015 | modern | 24 | #36,364 |
| 2016 | modern | 24 | #36,392 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Arlecdon, Egremont, St John Hackney, Liverpool and St Bridget Beckermet. 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 | Arlecdon | Cumberland |
| 2 | Egremont | Cumberland |
| 3 | St John Hackney | London (North Districts) |
| 4 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| 5 | St Bridget Beckermet | Cumberland |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Massop 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 Massop, 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 Massop surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Massop 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, Massop 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 Massop is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Massop, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "MASSOP" has its origins in the Netherlands and dates back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Dutch words "masse" and "op," meaning "mass" and "up" respectively, suggesting a connection to religious or ecclesiastical activities.
The earliest known record of the name appears in a parish register from the city of Utrecht in 1578, where a certain Jan Massop is mentioned. This indicates that the name was already in use during this period in the Netherlands.
In the 17th century, the name "MASSOP" can be found in various historical documents, such as land records and tax rolls, particularly in the provinces of Utrecht and Gelderland. One notable figure from this era was Pieter Massop (1620-1688), a wealthy merchant and landowner from the city of Arnhem.
As the Dutch colonized parts of the Americas and other regions, the name "MASSOP" spread beyond the Netherlands. In the late 17th century, a family by the name of Massop settled in the Dutch colony of Suriname, where they established plantations and became prominent figures in the local community.
During the 18th century, the name "MASSOP" appeared in various records across Europe, including in Germany and France, likely due to migration and intermarriage. One notable individual from this period was Johannes Massop (1732-1810), a German philosopher and theologian who taught at the University of Göttingen.
In the 19th century, the name "MASSOP" continued to be found in various parts of Europe and the Americas. One prominent figure was Charles Massop (1845-1912), a French-born artist who gained recognition for his landscape paintings and was a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts.
Other notable individuals with the surname "MASSOP" include:
1. Willem Massop (1875-1942), a Dutch artist known for his impressionist paintings. 2. Maria Massop (1892-1967), a German writer and poet who published several collections of poetry. 3. Pieter Massop (1909-1985), a Dutch architect who designed several notable buildings in Rotterdam and Amsterdam. 4. Hans Massop (1920-2003), a German-born American mathematician and computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of cryptography. 5. Ingrid Massop (born 1961), a Dutch actress who has appeared in numerous films and television shows.
While the surname "MASSOP" may not be among the most common in the world, it has a rich history and can be traced back to its origins in the Netherlands, where it first emerged several centuries ago.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Massop 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. Lancashire leads with 1 Massops recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.74x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 1 | 8.74x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Everton in Lancashire leads with 1 Massops recorded in 1881 and an index of 277.78x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Everton | 1 | 277.78x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Massop surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth | 1 |
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 Massop households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Visitor | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Massop surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 24 in 2016. That gives Massop a modern rank of #36,392.
A Dutch surname likely of locative origin referring to someone from a place called Massop.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Massop 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.