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UK surname

Napoli

An Italian surname indicating familial origin from the city of Naples.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Napoli surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 133, ranked #25,765, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Skye North East, Bedford and Calderdale.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Napoli is 135 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 13200.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

133

2016, ranked #25,765

Peak year

2015

135 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Napoli had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 133 in 2016, ranked #25,765.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 6 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Napoli surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Napoli surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Napoli 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
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 6 #33,800
1901 historical 4 #33,876
1911 historical 3 #33,789
1997 modern 56 #32,004
1998 modern 63 #31,639
1999 modern 61 #31,971
2000 modern 67 #31,473
2001 modern 64 #31,602
2002 modern 66 #31,821
2003 modern 74 #31,091
2004 modern 69 #31,784
2005 modern 77 #31,156
2006 modern 74 #31,850
2007 modern 73 #32,287
2008 modern 75 #32,373
2009 modern 98 #29,906
2010 modern 106 #29,305
2011 modern 113 #27,967
2012 modern 119 #27,100
2013 modern 121 #27,255
2014 modern 124 #27,049
2015 modern 135 #25,481
2016 modern 133 #25,765

Geography

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Where Napolis 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 Skye North East, Bedford, Calderdale, Central Bedfordshire and Bradford. 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 Skye North East Highland
2 Bedford 003 Bedford
3 Calderdale 001 Calderdale
4 Central Bedfordshire 029 Central Bedfordshire
5 Bradford 013 Bradford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Napoli

These lists show first names that appear often with the Napoli 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 Napoli

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Napoli surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Napoli 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 includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Napoli is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. 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

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Napoli is most concentrated in decile 10 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

Napoli falls in decile 2 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.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Napoli is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Napoli

The surname Napoli originated in Italy and is derived from the Italian city of Naples, which was founded by the Greeks and known as Neapolis, meaning "new city." This indicates that the name likely emerged as a locational surname for individuals who hailed from or lived in the city of Naples.

The earliest known record of the Napoli surname can be traced back to the 11th century, appearing in various Italian historical documents and manuscripts. One notable example is the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of charters and diplomas from the Cava de' Tirreni monastery in Campania, which mentions individuals bearing the name Napoli.

In the 13th century, a prominent figure with the surname Napoli was Goffredo di Napoli, a judge and jurist who served as a magistrate in the city of Naples. He was born around 1210 and played a significant role in the legal and administrative affairs of the Kingdom of Naples during that time.

Another notable individual was Francesco Napoli, a scholar and philosopher who lived in the 15th century. Born in Naples around 1430, he was renowned for his teachings and writings on philosophy, particularly in the fields of ethics and metaphysics.

During the Renaissance period, the Napoli surname was associated with several artists and intellectuals. One such figure was Giovanni Battista Napoli, an Italian painter and architect who was active in the 16th century. He was known for his frescoes and architectural works in various churches and palaces throughout Italy.

In the 17th century, a prominent member of the Napoli family was Girolamo Napoli, a Neapolitan composer and organist. He was born in Naples in 1605 and contributed significantly to the development of sacred music and organ compositions during the Baroque era.

The Napoli surname has also been associated with notable figures in more recent centuries, such as Giuseppe Napoli, an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a deputy in the Sicilian parliament in the late 19th century. He was born in Palermo in 1844 and played a crucial role in advocating for civil rights and social reforms.

Throughout its history, the Napoli surname has maintained a strong connection to its roots in the city of Naples, reflecting the rich cultural and historical heritage of this Italian city. While the name has spread to other regions and countries over time, its origins can be traced back to the ancient Greek settlement that gave rise to the modern city of Naples.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Napoli families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Napoli 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. Lancashire leads with 1 Napolis recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.74x.

County Total Index
Lancashire 1 8.74x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Liverpool in Lancashire leads with 1 Napolis recorded in 1881 and an index of 144.93x.

Place Total Index
Liverpool 1 144.93x

FAQ

Napoli surname: questions and answers

How common was the Napoli surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Napoli surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Napoli surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 133 in 2016. That gives Napoli a modern rank of #25,765.

What does the Napoli surname mean?

An Italian surname indicating familial origin from the city of Naples.

What does the Napoli map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Napoli 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.