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UK surname

Mylett

A variant of the surname Myllet, likely referring to someone who worked at a mill.

In the 1881 census there were 69 people recorded with the Mylett surname, ranking it #23,816 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 96, ranked #31,684, down from #23,816 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Rotherham, Manchester and Sefton.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mylett is 129 in 1999. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 39.1%.

1881 census count

69

Ranked #23,816

Modern count

96

2016, ranked #31,684

Peak year

1999

129 bearers

Map years

2

1998 to 2006

Key insights

  • Mylett had 69 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #23,816 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 96 in 2016, ranked #31,684.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 93 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Small Town Suburbia.

Mylett surname distribution map

The map shows where the Mylett surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Mylett surname density by area, 2006 modern.

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Timeline

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Mylett over time

The 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 19 #29,904
1861 historical 30 #30,188
1881 historical 69 #23,816
1891 historical 82 #26,494
1901 historical 87 #24,386
1911 historical 93 #23,492
1997 modern 124 #23,669
1998 modern 127 #23,940
1999 modern 129 #23,907
2000 modern 123 #24,585
2001 modern 124 #24,114
2002 modern 129 #24,021
2003 modern 122 #24,628
2004 modern 122 #24,812
2005 modern 121 #24,947
2006 modern 126 #24,493
2007 modern 127 #24,748
2008 modern 125 #25,249
2009 modern 127 #25,564
2010 modern 126 #26,312
2011 modern 116 #27,477
2012 modern 111 #28,332
2013 modern 110 #29,028
2014 modern 107 #29,827
2015 modern 103 #30,444
2016 modern 96 #31,684

Geography

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Where Myletts are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Rotherham, Manchester, Sefton, Wirral and Knowsley. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Rotherham 010 Rotherham
2 Manchester 008 Manchester
3 Sefton 019 Sefton
4 Wirral 017 Wirral
5 Knowsley 014 Knowsley

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mylett

These lists show first names that appear often with the Mylett surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mylett

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Mylett, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Retired Professionals

Group

Small Town Suburbia

Nationally, the Mylett surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Small Town Suburbia, within Retired Professionals. This does not mean every Mylett household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group is predominantly comprised of married couples with no resident dependent children, living in areas characterised neither by under-occupancy nor overcrowding throughout the UK in or adjacent to small towns. White ethnic groups and affiliation with Christianity predominates. Housing tends to be predominantly semi-detached or detached and workers are employed principally in managerial and professional occupations, with semi-skilled occupations also in evidence. These areas of the Supergroup are of higher population density.

Wider pattern

Typically married but no longer with resident dependent children, these well-educated households either remain working in their managerial, professional, administrative or other skilled occupations, or are retired from them – the modal individual age is beyond normal retirement age. Underoccupied detached and semi-detached properties predominate, and unpaid care is more prevalent than reported disability. The prevalence of this Supergroup outside most urban conurbations indicates that rural lifestyles prevail, typically sustained by using two or more cars per household.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Mylett is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, part of Suburban Asian Communities. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Mylett is most concentrated in decile 8 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Mylett falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

1
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mylett is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 20-25 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

This describes the area pattern most associated with Mylett, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Mylett

The surname MYLETT is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "mylyt," which referred to a small stream or brook. This name was likely derived from a geographical location near a stream, marking the place of residence for the original bearers of the name.

The earliest recorded instance of the MYLETT surname can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Nottinghamshire from 1273, where it appears as "Mylet." This suggests that the name was initially associated with the Nottinghamshire region of England.

During the medieval period, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as "Milet," "Millett," and "Myllet." These variations reflect the inconsistencies in record-keeping and spelling conventions of the time.

In the 16th century, the MYLETT surname appeared in the Subsidy Rolls of Suffolk in 1524, indicating its spread to other regions of England. Additionally, the name was documented in the Wills and Inventories of Yorkshire in 1583, further solidifying its presence in different parts of the country.

Notably, the MYLETT surname has been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. One such person was John Mylett, a Catholic priest who lived in the 17th century and was known for his dedication to his faith during the turbulent times of the English Reformation.

Another prominent bearer of the MYLETT name was William Mylett, born in 1645 in Worcestershire, England. He was a prominent landowner and played a significant role in the local community during his lifetime.

In the 18th century, the MYLETT surname gained further recognition with the birth of James Mylett (1725-1801), a successful merchant and trader based in London. His business ventures contributed to the growth of the city's commerce during that era.

The 19th century saw the rise of Thomas Mylett (1810-1887), a respected educator and headmaster of a prestigious school in Oxfordshire. His contributions to the field of education left a lasting impact on generations of students.

Lastly, one cannot overlook the achievements of Mary Mylett (1874-1952), a pioneering female activist and suffragette. Her tireless efforts in advocating for women's rights and equality were instrumental in shaping social and political reforms in the early 20th century.

These are just a few notable examples of individuals who have carried the MYLETT surname throughout history, leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of the name's legacy.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Mylett families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mylett surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Cheshire leads with 28 Myletts recorded in 1881 and an index of 18.85x.

County Total Index
Cheshire 28 18.85x
Lancashire 15 1.88x
Middlesex 15 2.23x
Worcestershire 3 3.41x
Yorkshire 3 0.45x
Buteshire 1 24.51x
Kent 1 0.44x
Midlothian 1 1.11x
Surrey 1 0.30x
Sussex 1 0.88x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Stockport in Cheshire leads with 22 Myletts recorded in 1881 and an index of 287.58x.

Place Total Index
Stockport 22 287.58x
Liverpool 9 18.55x
Birkenhead 6 50.68x
Bethnal Green London 5 17.10x
Shoreditch London 5 17.14x
Whitechapel London 4 60.33x
Farnworth 3 62.63x
Oldbury 3 69.44x
Holy Trinity 2 12.47x
Manchester 2 5.57x
Blackburn 1 4.71x
Cumbrae 1 232.56x
Edinburgh St Cuthberts 1 2.76x
Featherstone 1 133.33x
Gravesend 1 51.55x
Hollington 1 250.00x
Lambeth 1 1.70x
St Pancras London 1 1.85x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Mylett surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Mylett surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
John 8
James 5
William 4
Patrick 3
Thomas 3
Edward 2
Henry 2
Joseph 2
Andrew 1
Dominick 1
Richard 1

FAQ

Mylett surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mylett surname in 1881?

In 1881, 69 people were recorded with the Mylett surname. That placed it at #23,816 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mylett surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 96 in 2016. That gives Mylett a modern rank of #31,684.

What does the Mylett surname mean?

A variant of the surname Myllet, likely referring to someone who worked at a mill.

What does the Mylett map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mylett bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.