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UK surname

Palumbo

An Italian occupational surname referring to a person who raised or kept doves or pigeons.

In the 1881 census there were 5 people recorded with the Palumbo surname, ranking it #33,110 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 275, ranked #15,720, up from #33,110 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include New Forest, Haringey and Redbridge.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Palumbo is 277 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 5400.0%.

1881 census count

5

Ranked #33,110

Modern count

275

2016, ranked #15,720

Peak year

2015

277 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Palumbo had 5 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,110 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016, ranked #15,720.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 48 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Palumbo surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Palumbo surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Palumbo 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 5 #33,110
1891 historical 14 #33,037
1901 historical 39 #29,799
1911 historical 48 #28,006
1997 modern 205 #17,370
1998 modern 223 #16,936
1999 modern 236 #16,404
2000 modern 236 #16,380
2001 modern 228 #16,525
2002 modern 226 #16,939
2003 modern 226 #16,766
2004 modern 225 #16,882
2005 modern 225 #16,831
2006 modern 224 #16,990
2007 modern 222 #17,288
2008 modern 238 #16,640
2009 modern 235 #17,151
2010 modern 250 #16,791
2011 modern 249 #16,684
2012 modern 253 #16,377
2013 modern 264 #16,191
2014 modern 267 #16,161
2015 modern 277 #15,622
2016 modern 275 #15,720

Geography

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Where Palumbos 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 New Forest, Haringey, Redbridge, Cheshire West and Chester and Tunbridge Wells. 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 New Forest 001 New Forest
2 Haringey 017 Haringey
3 Redbridge 013 Redbridge
4 Cheshire West and Chester 029 Cheshire West and Chester
5 Tunbridge Wells 014 Tunbridge Wells

Forenames

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First names often paired with Palumbo

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Palumbo

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Palumbo, 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 Palumbo surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Palumbo 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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Palumbo is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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 scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Palumbo 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

Palumbo falls in decile 6 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

6
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Palumbo 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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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Palumbo

The surname Palumbo originated in Italy, specifically in the southern regions of the country. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "palumbus," which means "wood pigeon." The name likely referred to a person who either kept or hunted these birds.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Palumbo can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Cavensis, a collection of medieval documents from the Cava de' Tirreni region of Campania, dating back to the 11th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Palumbo," "Palombo," and "Palumbi."

In the 13th century, a notable figure with the name Palumbo was Matteo Palumbo, a jurist and judge from the city of Amalfi. He played a significant role in the development of maritime law during that time period.

The surname Palumbo also has connections to several place names in Italy. For instance, there is a town called Palombara Sabina, located in the province of Rome, which may have derived its name from the Italian word "palombo," meaning "wood pigeon."

Another notable individual with the surname Palumbo was Girolamo Palumbo, a Neapolitan painter who lived during the 16th century. He was known for his religious works and was a member of the Mannerist school of painting.

In the 17th century, Domenico Palumbo was a renowned Italian architect and engineer. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings in Naples, including the Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano.

During the 19th century, Giuseppe Palumbo was an Italian politician and journalist. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and was a vocal advocate for the unification of Italy.

Towards the end of the 19th century, Raffaele Palumbo was a prominent Italian archaeologist and historian. He made significant contributions to the study of ancient Roman ruins and artifacts, particularly in the city of Pompeii.

Overall, the surname Palumbo has a rich history in Italy, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It has been associated with various professions, from law and art to politics and archaeology, and has left an indelible mark on Italian culture and history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Palumbo families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Palumbo 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. Cornwall leads with 1 Palumbos recorded in 1881 and an index of 22.73x.

County Total Index
Cornwall 1 22.73x
Middlesex 1 2.57x
Peeblesshire 1 555.56x
Ross-shire 1 93.46x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Dingwall in Ross-shire leads with 1 Palumbos recorded in 1881 and an index of 3333.33x.

Place Total Index
Dingwall 1 3333.33x
Kirkurd 1 0.00x
Paddington London 1 69.93x
St Breock 1 5000.00x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Domenico 1
Pasqulao 1

Top occupations

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 Palumbo households.

Occupation Count
Musician 1
Sawyer 1

FAQ

Palumbo surname: questions and answers

How common was the Palumbo surname in 1881?

In 1881, 5 people were recorded with the Palumbo surname. That placed it at #33,110 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Palumbo surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016. That gives Palumbo a modern rank of #15,720.

What does the Palumbo surname mean?

An Italian occupational surname referring to a person who raised or kept doves or pigeons.

What does the Palumbo map show?

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