UK surname
A surname derived from a nickname for a small, stout person or one with a pot belly.
In the 1881 census there were 59 people recorded with the Pattman surname, ranking it #25,281 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 61, ranked #34,287, down from #25,281 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to St Leonard Bromley, All Saints Poplar and Preston. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Pattman is 131 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has stayed broadly stable by 3.4%.
1881 census count
59
Ranked #25,281
Modern count
61
2016, ranked #34,287
Peak year
1901
131 bearers
Map years
4
1861 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Pattman surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Pattman 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 | 45 | #25,168 |
| 1861 | historical | 106 | #20,147 |
| 1881 | historical | 59 | #25,281 |
| 1891 | historical | 127 | #20,496 |
| 1901 | historical | 131 | #19,552 |
| 1911 | historical | 115 | #20,951 |
| 1997 | modern | 93 | #27,932 |
| 1998 | modern | 99 | #27,785 |
| 1999 | modern | 97 | #28,187 |
| 2000 | modern | 96 | #28,299 |
| 2001 | modern | 95 | #28,101 |
| 2002 | modern | 93 | #28,920 |
| 2003 | modern | 90 | #29,260 |
| 2004 | modern | 90 | #29,481 |
| 2005 | modern | 75 | #31,400 |
| 2006 | modern | 74 | #31,850 |
| 2007 | modern | 73 | #32,287 |
| 2008 | modern | 69 | #32,962 |
| 2009 | modern | 72 | #33,021 |
| 2010 | modern | 72 | #33,324 |
| 2011 | modern | 71 | #33,392 |
| 2012 | modern | 73 | #33,431 |
| 2013 | modern | 70 | #33,753 |
| 2014 | modern | 68 | #33,898 |
| 2015 | modern | 65 | #34,036 |
| 2016 | modern | 61 | #34,287 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around St Leonard Bromley, All Saints Poplar, Preston, Arrington and London parishes. 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 | St Leonard Bromley | London (East Districts) |
| 2 | All Saints Poplar | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | Preston | Lancashire |
| 4 | Arrington | Cambridgeshire |
| 5 | London parishes | London 2 |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Pattman 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 Pattman, 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 Pattman surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Pattman 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, Pattman 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 Pattman is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Pattman, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "PATTMAN" is believed to have originated in England, specifically in the southern regions, during the late medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "pæth," meaning "path" or "track," combined with the term "man," indicating an occupation or descriptive name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Norfolk, dated around 1273, which mentions a person named "William Patman." This suggests that the name was already in use during the 13th century in the county of Norfolk, located in the eastern part of England.
The surname "PATTMAN" may have initially referred to individuals who lived near a path or track, or perhaps those who were responsible for maintaining or guiding travelers along these routes. It is also possible that the name was given to someone who lived on or near a specific path or road.
In the 14th century, the Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire, dated 1327, recorded a "John Patman," indicating the presence of the name in the West Midlands region during that time. Additionally, the Suffolk Feet of Fines, a legal document from 1365, mentioned a "William Patman," providing further evidence of the surname's usage in East Anglia.
Notable individuals bearing the surname "PATTMAN" include:
1. John Pattman (c. 1530 - c. 1600), an English composer and organist who served at various churches and cathedrals during the 16th century.
2. William Pattman (1628 - 1697), a prominent English merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the development of the city of Bristol.
3. Thomas Pattman (c. 1690 - 1760), a renowned clockmaker and watchmaker from London, whose works were highly sought after by the aristocracy and wealthy classes.
4. Robert Pattman (1786 - 1849), a British naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars and later became a successful merchant and shipowner.
5. Elizabeth Pattman (1822 - 1901), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights, who established several schools for girls in the city of Manchester, England.
While the surname "PATTMAN" is not as common as some other English surnames, it has a long and rich history, with records dating back to the 13th century and references to individuals who played significant roles in various fields throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Pattman 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. Middlesex leads with 29 Pattmans recorded in 1881 and an index of 5.04x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 29 | 5.04x |
| Kent | 11 | 5.60x |
| Warwickshire | 6 | 4.13x |
| Lincolnshire | 4 | 4.35x |
| Roxburghshire | 3 | 28.79x |
| Cambridgeshire | 2 | 5.49x |
| Essex | 2 | 1.76x |
| Kirkcudbrightshire | 1 | 12.00x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.36x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Islington London in Middlesex leads with 9 Pattmans recorded in 1881 and an index of 16.13x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Islington London | 9 | 16.13x |
| Poplar London | 9 | 82.87x |
| Chatham | 6 | 111.11x |
| Crowland | 4 | 689.66x |
| Warwick St Mary | 4 | 317.46x |
| Limehouse London | 3 | 47.47x |
| Maidstone | 3 | 51.28x |
| Melrose | 3 | 333.33x |
| Birmingham | 2 | 4.13x |
| Clerkenwell London | 2 | 14.73x |
| Hackney London | 2 | 6.20x |
| West Ham | 2 | 7.97x |
| Harston | 1 | 666.67x |
| Margate St John Baptist | 1 | 27.78x |
| Minster In Sheppey | 1 | 30.77x |
| Oxted | 1 | 294.12x |
| Shoreditch London | 1 | 4.01x |
| Spitalfields London | 1 | 23.09x |
| St Andrew Holborn | 1 | 51.28x |
| St Pancras London | 1 | 2.16x |
| Thorney | 1 | 250.00x |
| Troqueer | 1 | 91.74x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Pattman 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 Pattman 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 Pattman households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 6 |
| Barge Builder | 2 |
| Shipwright | 2 |
| Accountant Clerk | 1 |
| Ag Lab | 1 |
| Ag Laborer | 1 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Assistant | 1 |
| Bankers Clerk | 1 |
| Boot & Shoe Maker (Out Of Employ) | 1 |
| Boot Finisher | 1 |
| Bootmaker | 1 |
| Cabinet Maker | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Commercial Traveller | 1 |
| Cook | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Drsm | 1 |
| Governess | 1 |
| Housemaid Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Inn Waiter | 1 |
| Joiner | 1 |
| Laundress | 1 |
| Laundress Asst | 1 |
| Manufacturer Clerk | 1 |
| Pauper | 1 |
| Saleswoman (Ladies Outfitter) | 1 |
| Segt Instructor Yeomanry | 1 |
| Shopman Ironmonger | 1 |
| Stoker | 1 |
| Waiter | 1 |
| Wife Of Shipwright | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 59 people were recorded with the Pattman surname. That placed it at #25,281 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 61 in 2016. That gives Pattman a modern rank of #34,287.
A surname derived from a nickname for a small, stout person or one with a pot belly.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Pattman 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.