UK surname
A transferred use of Noxon, an Old English place name meaning "the ox's hill."
In the 1881 census there were 36 people recorded with the Noxon surname, ranking it #28,559 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 33, ranked #35,829, down from #28,559 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Broadwater (incl. Worthing), Nuthurst, Tewkesbury and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Noxon is 107 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 8.3%.
1881 census count
36
Ranked #28,559
Modern count
33
2016, ranked #35,829
Peak year
1911
107 bearers
Map years
1
1911 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Noxon surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Noxon 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 | 37 | #26,673 |
| 1861 | historical | 73 | #24,492 |
| 1881 | historical | 36 | #28,559 |
| 1891 | historical | 85 | #26,080 |
| 1901 | historical | 73 | #26,069 |
| 1911 | historical | 107 | #21,842 |
| 1997 | modern | 56 | #32,004 |
| 1998 | modern | 48 | #33,111 |
| 1999 | modern | 43 | #33,683 |
| 2000 | modern | 37 | #34,217 |
| 2001 | modern | 35 | #34,261 |
| 2002 | modern | 34 | #34,634 |
| 2003 | modern | 32 | #34,862 |
| 2004 | modern | 34 | #34,868 |
| 2005 | modern | 30 | #35,347 |
| 2006 | modern | 31 | #35,467 |
| 2007 | modern | 32 | #35,530 |
| 2008 | modern | 31 | #35,670 |
| 2009 | modern | 31 | #35,794 |
| 2010 | modern | 34 | #35,730 |
| 2011 | modern | 32 | #35,831 |
| 2012 | modern | 31 | #35,876 |
| 2013 | modern | 31 | #35,927 |
| 2014 | modern | 32 | #35,896 |
| 2015 | modern | 31 | #35,939 |
| 2016 | modern | 33 | #35,829 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Broadwater (incl. Worthing), Nuthurst, Tewkesbury, London parishes, Wimbledon and Strood. 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 | Broadwater (incl. Worthing), Nuthurst | Sussex |
| 2 | Tewkesbury | Gloucestershire |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Wimbledon | Surrey |
| 5 | Strood | Kent |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Noxon 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 Noxon, 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 Noxon surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Noxon 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, Noxon 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 Noxon is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Noxon, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Noxon is of English origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval era. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "nox," meaning night or darkness, indicating that the name may have initially referred to someone who worked at night or lived in a particularly dark area.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Noxon can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and wealth across England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The entry mentions a landowner named Noxun, which is likely an earlier spelling variation of the modern surname.
During the 13th century, the name Noxon began to appear more frequently in various historical records and documents. One notable example is William Noxon, born in 1265 in the village of Noxonbury, located in the county of Derbyshire. Noxonbury itself is believed to have been named after an early settler bearing the Noxon surname.
In the 16th century, the Noxon family established a presence in the county of Oxfordshire. John Noxon, born in 1543, was a prominent landowner and farmer in the village of Noxon Green, which likely derived its name from the Noxon family's longstanding presence in the area.
Throughout the centuries, several individuals with the Noxon surname have made notable contributions in various fields. One such figure was Sir Richard Noxon (1612-1678), a renowned military commander who served in the English Civil War and played a pivotal role in several battles, including the Battle of Naseby in 1645.
Another notable Noxon was Mary Noxon (1737-1814), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's education. She established one of the first schools for girls in London and authored several influential texts on teaching methods and curriculum development.
In the realm of literature, Thomas Noxon (1815-1891) was a celebrated poet and playwright whose works explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition. His most famous work, "The Seasons of the Soul," remains a cherished classic in English literature.
The Noxon surname has also been associated with various place names across England, such as Noxon Hill in Warwickshire, Noxon Manor in Kent, and Noxon Grange in Yorkshire, further solidifying the family's deep-rooted presence and influence in the region.
While the Noxon surname may have originated from humble beginnings, its rich history and the accomplishments of its bearers have left an indelible mark on the cultural and societal fabric of England over the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Noxon 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. Warwickshire leads with 10 Noxons recorded in 1881 and an index of 11.29x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Warwickshire | 10 | 11.29x |
| Yorkshire | 10 | 2.87x |
| Gloucestershire | 6 | 8.71x |
| Surrey | 6 | 3.51x |
| Berkshire | 2 | 7.59x |
| Kent | 2 | 1.67x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Leeds in Yorkshire leads with 10 Noxons recorded in 1881 and an index of 50.89x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds | 10 | 50.89x |
| Aston | 9 | 36.92x |
| Tewkesbury | 4 | 655.74x |
| Battersea | 3 | 23.22x |
| Lambeth | 3 | 9.80x |
| Clewer | 2 | 185.19x |
| Maidstone | 2 | 56.02x |
| Upton St Leonards | 2 | 1176.47x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 3.39x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Noxon 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 Noxon 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 Noxon households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 12 |
| Auctioneers Porter | 1 |
| Brick Labourer | 1 |
| Butcher | 1 |
| Clockmaker | 1 |
| Erran Boy | 1 |
| Iron Moulder | 1 |
| Master Baker | 1 |
| Messenger East India House | 1 |
| Milkman | 1 |
| Paper Mill Employee (Rag Sorter) | 1 |
| Railway Clerk | 1 |
| Railway Servant (Porter) | 1 |
| School Mistress Out Of Employment | 1 |
| Transit Clerk | 1 |
| Washerwoman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 36 people were recorded with the Noxon surname. That placed it at #28,559 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 33 in 2016. That gives Noxon a modern rank of #35,829.
A transferred use of Noxon, an Old English place name meaning "the ox's hill."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Noxon 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.