UK surname
A surname originating from an Old French nickname for someone with fiery red hair or complexion.
In the 1881 census there were 98 people recorded with the Millon surname, ranking it #19,999 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 50, ranked #34,889, down from #19,999 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Govan Combination, Gateshead and Edinburgh. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Millon is 492 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 49.0%.
1881 census count
98
Ranked #19,999
Modern count
50
2016, ranked #34,889
Peak year
1861
492 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Millon surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Millon surname density by area, 1901 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 | 159 | #12,400 |
| 1861 | historical | 492 | #5,307 |
| 1881 | historical | 98 | #19,999 |
| 1891 | historical | 217 | #14,062 |
| 1901 | historical | 125 | #20,061 |
| 1911 | historical | 34 | #29,600 |
| 1997 | modern | 25 | #35,261 |
| 1998 | modern | 31 | #34,740 |
| 1999 | modern | 27 | #35,224 |
| 2000 | modern | 31 | #34,798 |
| 2001 | modern | 27 | #35,041 |
| 2002 | modern | 31 | #34,866 |
| 2003 | modern | 37 | #34,432 |
| 2004 | modern | 34 | #34,868 |
| 2005 | modern | 36 | #34,894 |
| 2006 | modern | 40 | #34,854 |
| 2007 | modern | 40 | #35,037 |
| 2008 | modern | 41 | #35,067 |
| 2009 | modern | 45 | #34,972 |
| 2010 | modern | 48 | #34,946 |
| 2011 | modern | 52 | #34,688 |
| 2012 | modern | 49 | #34,873 |
| 2013 | modern | 48 | #35,012 |
| 2014 | modern | 50 | #34,927 |
| 2015 | modern | 50 | #34,886 |
| 2016 | modern | 50 | #34,889 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Govan Combination, Gateshead, Edinburgh, Manchester and Brancepeth. 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 | Govan Combination | Lanark |
| 2 | Gateshead | Durham |
| 3 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Brancepeth | Durham |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Millon 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 Millon, 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 Millon surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Millon 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, Millon 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 Millon is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Millon, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname MILLON is believed to have originated in France during the late medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "million," which referred to a small coin or a unit of value. This suggests that the name may have initially been given to someone involved in minting or handling coins.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name MILLON can be found in the 13th century French census records of the city of Rouen. It is likely that the name spread from this region to other parts of France and eventually abroad as people migrated.
In the 14th century, a man named Jean MILLON was recorded as a merchant and landowner in the village of Montpellier. This is one of the earliest known individuals to bear the surname MILLON.
During the 16th century, the name MILLON appeared in several historical records, including the parish registers of the town of Dijon. A notable figure from this time was Pierre MILLON (1510-1582), a renowned goldsmith and jeweler who crafted works for the French nobility.
In the 17th century, the MILLON family gained prominence in the region of Burgundy. Jacques MILLON (1635-1698) was a successful winemaker who owned several vineyards in the area. His son, François MILLON (1672-1745), followed in his footsteps and became a respected vintner as well.
The 19th century saw the birth of Marcel MILLON (1825-1891), a French painter and sculptor who was part of the Realist movement. His works were exhibited at the prestigious Paris Salon and are currently housed in several museums across Europe.
Another notable figure with the surname MILLON was André MILLON (1903-1971), a French politician and lawyer who served as a member of the National Assembly and was a vocal advocate for civil rights and social reforms.
While the surname MILLON has its roots in France, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and immigration patterns. However, its origins can be traced back to the medieval period and its connection to the world of coinage and finance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Millon 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 18 Millons recorded in 1881 and an index of 1.67x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 18 | 1.67x |
| Sussex | 12 | 7.85x |
| Ayrshire | 9 | 13.26x |
| Durham | 9 | 3.34x |
| Midlothian | 9 | 7.41x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 0.66x |
| Yorkshire | 5 | 0.56x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 1.36x |
| Staffordshire | 4 | 1.31x |
| Surrey | 3 | 0.68x |
| Warwickshire | 3 | 1.31x |
| Devon | 2 | 1.06x |
| Kent | 2 | 0.65x |
| Northumberland | 2 | 1.48x |
| Angus | 1 | 1.19x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 0.50x |
| Derbyshire | 1 | 0.70x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.56x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 9.25x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Kilmarnock in Ayrshire leads with 9 Millons recorded in 1881 and an index of 111.39x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Kilmarnock | 9 | 111.39x |
| Corstorphine | 8 | 1194.03x |
| Crook Billy Row | 8 | 231.21x |
| Preston | 8 | 299.63x |
| Royton | 7 | 212.77x |
| Mile End Old Town | 5 | 34.92x |
| Wolverhampton | 4 | 16.99x |
| Barrow In Furness | 3 | 20.49x |
| Birmingham | 3 | 3.93x |
| Clayton | 3 | 517.24x |
| Govan | 3 | 4.13x |
| Southwark St John | 3 | 108.30x |
| Great Bolton | 2 | 14.03x |
| Lancaster | 2 | 31.25x |
| Thornton In Lonsdale | 2 | 2000.00x |
| Toxteth Park | 2 | 5.49x |
| Westgate | 2 | 23.92x |
| York St John Micklegate | 2 | 909.09x |
| Cambusnethan | 1 | 15.34x |
| Chester Holy Trinity | 1 | 106.38x |
| Cranbrook | 1 | 76.34x |
| Deptford St Paul | 1 | 4.19x |
| Devonport | 1 | 46.08x |
| Dundee | 1 | 3.19x |
| East Ham | 1 | 30.12x |
| Eckington | 1 | 28.99x |
| Edinburgh St Marys | 1 | 42.37x |
| Fairlight | 1 | 666.67x |
| Heaton Norris | 1 | 16.31x |
| Hulme | 1 | 4.45x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 10.82x |
| South Molton | 1 | 96.15x |
| Sowerby In Halifax | 1 | 34.01x |
| St George Hanover | 1 | 8.45x |
| Sunderland | 1 | 20.96x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Millon 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 Millon 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 Millon households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 11 |
| Coal Miner | 2 |
| Cook | 2 |
| 1 Royal Cheshire Militia | 1 |
| A B | 1 |
| AB Seaman | 1 |
| Bar Maid | 1 |
| Brush Maker | 1 |
| Card Room Hand Cotton Mill | 1 |
| Carpenter & Joiner | 1 |
| Cotton Operative | 1 |
| Cotton Piecer | 1 |
| Domestic | 1 |
| Dress Maker | 1 |
| Driller | 1 |
| Driller Cotton | 1 |
| Farmer Of 63 Acres | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Serv | 1 |
| Gimp Spinner | 1 |
| Greengrocer | 1 |
| House Maid General Servant | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Lab | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Ladys Maid (Domestic) | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Manageress Inn Keeper | 1 |
| Market Gardener | 1 |
| Milkman | 1 |
| Milkman Wife | 1 |
| Post Office Clerk (CS) | 1 |
| Private R M L I | 1 |
| Scripture Reader | 1 |
| Ship Yard Labourer | 1 |
| Ship Yd Lab | 1 |
| Smith | 1 |
| Stay & Corset Maker | 1 |
| Superintendant Of Buildings (Builder) | 1 |
| Tobacconist | 1 |
| Weaver Cotton | 1 |
| Winder Cotton | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 98 people were recorded with the Millon surname. That placed it at #19,999 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 50 in 2016. That gives Millon a modern rank of #34,889.
A surname originating from an Old French nickname for someone with fiery red hair or complexion.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Millon 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.