UK surname
Hungarian surname meaning son of Master.
In the 1881 census there were 8 people recorded with the Moson surname, ranking it #32,581 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 19, ranked #36,760, down from #32,581 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Halifax, Ramsdon Crays and Kirkheaton. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Moson is 129 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 137.5%.
1881 census count
8
Ranked #32,581
Modern count
19
2016, ranked #36,760
Peak year
1861
129 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Moson surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Moson 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 | 34 | #27,194 |
| 1861 | historical | 129 | #17,271 |
| 1881 | historical | 8 | #32,581 |
| 1891 | historical | 91 | #25,239 |
| 1901 | historical | 28 | #30,951 |
| 1911 | historical | 28 | #30,296 |
| 1997 | modern | 7 | #37,533 |
| 1998 | modern | 9 | #37,189 |
| 1999 | modern | 8 | #37,367 |
| 2000 | modern | 8 | #37,264 |
| 2001 | modern | 8 | #37,124 |
| 2002 | modern | 8 | #37,206 |
| 2003 | modern | 8 | #37,248 |
| 2004 | modern | 10 | #37,096 |
| 2005 | modern | 11 | #37,065 |
| 2006 | modern | 14 | #36,801 |
| 2007 | modern | 18 | #36,537 |
| 2008 | modern | 15 | #36,843 |
| 2009 | modern | 17 | #36,753 |
| 2010 | modern | 16 | #36,937 |
| 2011 | modern | 20 | #36,587 |
| 2012 | modern | 18 | #36,723 |
| 2013 | modern | 17 | #36,857 |
| 2014 | modern | 17 | #36,888 |
| 2015 | modern | 18 | #36,809 |
| 2016 | modern | 19 | #36,760 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Halifax, Ramsdon Crays, Kirkheaton, Earsdon and Southampton St Mary. 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 | Halifax | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 2 | Ramsdon Crays | Essex |
| 3 | Kirkheaton | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 4 | Earsdon | Northumberland |
| 5 | Southampton St Mary | Hampshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Moson 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 Moson, 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 Moson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Moson 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, Moson 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 Moson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Moson, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "MOSON" is believed to have originated in the English county of Leicestershire, dating back to the 13th century. It is thought to have derived from the Old English word "mos," meaning "moss," and the suffix "-tun," meaning "town" or "settlement." This suggests that the name may have referred to someone who resided in a mossy town or village.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name "MOSON" can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Leicestershire from 1275, where a person named Robert Moson is listed as a taxpayer. Additionally, the name appears in the Subsidy Rolls of Rutland in 1327, indicating its presence in the neighboring county.
In the 14th century, the surname "MOSON" appeared in various spellings, such as "Mosoun" and "Mossoun," reflecting the diverse pronunciation and spelling variations of the time. One notable figure from this era was John Mosoun, a merchant from Nottingham, who was mentioned in the Nottinghamshire Borough Records in 1369.
During the 15th century, the surname "MOSON" continued to be recorded in various regions of England. In 1456, a man named Thomas Moson was listed in the Register of the Freemen of the City of York, indicating the spread of the name beyond the East Midlands.
Fast forward to the 16th century, and we find William Moson, a scholar and clergyman born in Leicestershire in 1509. He was educated at Cambridge University and served as the Archdeacon of Stow from 1566 until his death in 1579.
Another notable figure from this period was Richard Moson, born in Nottinghamshire in 1540. He was a prominent lawyer and served as the Recorder of Lincoln from 1585 until his death in 1610.
In the 17th century, the surname "MOSON" continued to be documented in various parts of England. One example is John Moson, born in Derbyshire in 1623, who was a successful merchant and philanthropist. He donated funds for the construction of a school in his hometown.
Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, the surname "MOSON" remained present in various regions of England, although fewer notable individuals with this name have been recorded during this time period. However, the name's longevity and persistence suggest a rich history and heritage spanning several centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Moson 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. Middlesex leads with 3 Mosons recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.85x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hackney London in Middlesex leads with 3 Mosons recorded in 1881 and an index of 68.65x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney London | 3 | 68.65x |
| Owthorne | 2 | 20000.00x |
| Harwich St Nicholas | 1 | 833.33x |
| Mountfield | 1 | 5000.00x |
| Wales | 1 | 1666.67x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Moson 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 Moson 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 Moson households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 2 |
| Bricklayers Laborer | 1 |
| Coal Miner | 1 |
| Cook | 1 |
| Florist (Art) | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 8 people were recorded with the Moson surname. That placed it at #32,581 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 19 in 2016. That gives Moson a modern rank of #36,760.
Hungarian surname meaning son of Master.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Moson 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.