UK surname
A variation of the surname Newton, meaning someone who lived near a new village or town.
In the 1881 census there were 80 people recorded with the Newett surname, ranking it #22,225 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 49, ranked #34,957, down from #22,225 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Rochdale, St Leonard Shoreditch and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Newett is 196 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 38.8%.
1881 census count
80
Ranked #22,225
Modern count
49
2016, ranked #34,957
Peak year
1891
196 bearers
Map years
4
1861 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Newett surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Newett surname density by area, 1911 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 | 81 | #19,457 |
| 1861 | historical | 153 | #15,032 |
| 1881 | historical | 80 | #22,225 |
| 1891 | historical | 196 | #15,163 |
| 1901 | historical | 135 | #19,203 |
| 1911 | historical | 114 | #21,064 |
| 1997 | modern | 71 | #30,521 |
| 1998 | modern | 75 | #30,471 |
| 1999 | modern | 78 | #30,327 |
| 2000 | modern | 74 | #30,785 |
| 2001 | modern | 69 | #31,098 |
| 2002 | modern | 68 | #31,626 |
| 2003 | modern | 62 | #32,258 |
| 2004 | modern | 62 | #32,478 |
| 2005 | modern | 57 | #33,178 |
| 2006 | modern | 59 | #33,330 |
| 2007 | modern | 57 | #33,800 |
| 2008 | modern | 56 | #34,084 |
| 2009 | modern | 54 | #34,431 |
| 2010 | modern | 59 | #34,273 |
| 2011 | modern | 55 | #34,502 |
| 2012 | modern | 54 | #34,608 |
| 2013 | modern | 52 | #34,780 |
| 2014 | modern | 51 | #34,865 |
| 2015 | modern | 50 | #34,886 |
| 2016 | modern | 49 | #34,957 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Rochdale, St Leonard Shoreditch, London parishes, St Pancras and Thame. 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 | Rochdale | Lancashire |
| 2 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 5 | Thame | Oxfordshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Newett 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 Newett, 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 Newett surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Newett 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, Newett 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 Newett is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Newett, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Newett is of English origin, specifically from the county of Somerset in the southwest of England. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "neowe," meaning "new," and the suffix "-ett," which denotes a diminutive or smaller form. Historically, the name may have referred to someone who lived in a new settlement or was a newcomer to a particular area.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Newett can be traced back to the late 13th century. In the Hundred Rolls of Somerset from 1275, there is a reference to a person named Walter Newet. Another early mention is found in the Subsidy Rolls of Somerset from 1327, which lists a John Neuwet.
Variations in the spelling of the surname were common in early records, with examples such as Newett, Neuwet, Newat, and Newett appearing in various documents. These variations likely reflect regional dialects and the inconsistencies in record-keeping during that time period.
One notable historical figure with the surname Newett was John Newett, born in 1628 in Somerset. He was a prominent Puritan clergyman and author, known for his religious writings and sermons. Another individual of note was William Newett, born in 1684 in Taunton, Somerset. He was a successful merchant and served as the Mayor of Taunton in the early 18th century.
In the late 16th century, the surname Newett was also found in connection with the village of Newett, located near Taunton in Somerset. This place name likely derived from the same Old English root as the surname, suggesting a possible link between the two.
Other notable individuals with the surname Newett include Thomas Newett, born in 1756 in Somerset, who was a prominent landowner and philanthropist. Mary Newett, born in 1819 in Devon, was a renowned educator and founder of several schools in the region.
While the surname Newett is relatively uncommon, it has a rich history rooted in the English county of Somerset, dating back to the medieval period. Its origins can be traced to the Old English language, reflecting the name's association with new settlements or newcomers to an area.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Newett 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. Oxfordshire leads with 24 Newetts recorded in 1881 and an index of 49.80x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Oxfordshire | 24 | 49.80x |
| Yorkshire | 14 | 1.81x |
| Middlesex | 12 | 1.54x |
| Lancashire | 10 | 1.08x |
| Northumberland | 6 | 5.17x |
| Sussex | 3 | 2.28x |
| Warwickshire | 3 | 1.52x |
| Cheshire | 2 | 1.16x |
| Surrey | 2 | 0.53x |
| Devon | 1 | 0.62x |
| Leicestershire | 1 | 1.16x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 1.36x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.38x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Thame in Oxfordshire leads with 15 Newetts recorded in 1881 and an index of 1704.55x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Thame | 15 | 1704.55x |
| Moss Side | 9 | 184.80x |
| Sheffield | 8 | 32.49x |
| Batley | 6 | 81.63x |
| Byker | 6 | 104.53x |
| Kingsey | 5 | 8333.33x |
| St Anne Soho London | 5 | 112.11x |
| St Marylebone London | 5 | 12.00x |
| Broughton | 3 | 1875.00x |
| Stretton On Foss | 3 | 3000.00x |
| Battersea | 2 | 6.97x |
| Liscard | 2 | 64.52x |
| Devonport | 1 | 53.48x |
| Hackney London | 1 | 2.29x |
| Hastings St Mary In The | 1 | 35.59x |
| Hurstpierpoint | 1 | 136.99x |
| Leicester St Mary | 1 | 14.31x |
| Preston | 1 | 43.48x |
| S Weston | 1 | 3333.33x |
| Sibbertoft | 1 | 1250.00x |
| West Derby | 1 | 3.69x |
| Westminster St | 1 | 34.72x |
| Wolverhampton | 1 | 4.94x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Newett 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 Newett 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 Newett households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 15 |
| Upholsterer | 3 |
| Ag Lab | 2 |
| Carpenter | 2 |
| Farm Labourer | 2 |
| Apprenticed Milliner | 1 |
| Boy 2 Cl | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Carter | 1 |
| Coach Builder General | 1 |
| Corporal | 1 |
| Cutler | 1 |
| Domestic Servt General | 1 |
| Draper | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Elastic Weaver | 1 |
| File Cutter | 1 |
| File Dresser | 1 |
| Footmn don Serv | 1 |
| Gardener | 1 |
| Gen Lab | 1 |
| General Serv | 1 |
| Hairdresser | 1 |
| Hairdresser Wife | 1 |
| Joiner | 1 |
| Labourer ... | 1 |
| Ladys Maid | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Nurse (S M) | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Publican | 1 |
| Road Labr | 1 |
| Secretary Y M C A | 1 |
| Sempstress | 1 |
| Ship Brover | 1 |
| Stockbrokers Clerk | 1 |
| Teacher | 1 |
| Teacher (School) | 1 |
| Timber Dealer & Publican | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Upholsteress | 1 |
| Warehouse Girl (22/2) | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 80 people were recorded with the Newett surname. That placed it at #22,225 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 49 in 2016. That gives Newett a modern rank of #34,957.
A variation of the surname Newton, meaning someone who lived near a new village or town.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Newett 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.