UK surname
A surname derived from a nickname or occupational name related to urination.
In the 1881 census there were 77 people recorded with the Peed surname, ranking it #22,617 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 32, ranked #35,887, down from #22,617 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Minster, London parishes and Lambeth. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Peed is 134 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 58.4%.
1881 census count
77
Ranked #22,617
Modern count
32
2016, ranked #35,887
Peak year
1861
134 bearers
Map years
4
1861 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Peed surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Peed 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 | 94 | #17,837 |
| 1861 | historical | 134 | #16,754 |
| 1881 | historical | 77 | #22,617 |
| 1891 | historical | 119 | #21,415 |
| 1901 | historical | 112 | #21,382 |
| 1911 | historical | 104 | #22,209 |
| 1997 | modern | 39 | #33,759 |
| 1998 | modern | 41 | #33,747 |
| 1999 | modern | 35 | #34,418 |
| 2000 | modern | 34 | #34,517 |
| 2001 | modern | 32 | #34,537 |
| 2002 | modern | 32 | #34,790 |
| 2003 | modern | 31 | #34,957 |
| 2004 | modern | 25 | #35,610 |
| 2005 | modern | 27 | #35,588 |
| 2006 | modern | 27 | #35,746 |
| 2007 | modern | 26 | #35,932 |
| 2008 | modern | 27 | #35,956 |
| 2009 | modern | 31 | #35,794 |
| 2010 | modern | 28 | #36,084 |
| 2011 | modern | 28 | #36,071 |
| 2012 | modern | 28 | #36,048 |
| 2013 | modern | 29 | #36,040 |
| 2014 | modern | 30 | #36,005 |
| 2015 | modern | 30 | #35,979 |
| 2016 | modern | 32 | #35,887 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Minster, London parishes, Lambeth, Whittlesey St Mary and St Andrew, Standground (Stilton & Peterborough, Northamptonshire) and Wisbech St Peter. 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 | Minster | Kent |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Lambeth | London (South Districts) |
| 4 | Whittlesey St Mary and St Andrew, Standground (Stilton & Peterborough, Northamptonshire) | Cambridgeshire |
| 5 | Wisbech St Peter | Cambridgeshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Peed 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 Peed, 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 Peed surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Peed 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, Peed 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 Peed is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Peed, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Peed has its origins in England, with the earliest known records dating back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "pede," which referred to a small pathway or footpath.
One of the earliest documented instances of the name Peed can be found in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in the village of Wootton, Lincolnshire. These records mention a John Peed, born in 1589, who worked as a farmer in the region.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, the surname Peed spread to other parts of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. In the Hearth Tax Rolls of 1674, there are entries for several Peed families residing in the village of Walesby, Nottinghamshire.
The Peed name has also been associated with various place names in England, such as Peedhill in Derbyshire and Peedfields in Yorkshire. These place names likely originated from the Old English word "pede," suggesting that the Peed surname may have originated from individuals who lived near or worked on such pathways or footpaths.
Notable individuals with the surname Peed throughout history include William Peed (1720-1798), a renowned clockmaker from Yorkshire, whose intricate timepieces were highly sought after by the local gentry. Another notable figure was Elizabeth Peed (1780-1856), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in Nottinghamshire.
In the 19th century, the Peed family gained prominence in the literary world with the acclaimed writer and poet, George Peed (1842-1912). His poetic works, which often celebrated the rural landscapes of his native Yorkshire, earned him widespread recognition and critical acclaim during his lifetime.
Another significant individual bearing the Peed name was Sir Henry Peed (1865-1941), a distinguished military officer who served in the British Army during the Boer War and World War I. He was awarded several honors, including the Distinguished Service Order, for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.
One of the more recent notable figures with the Peed surname was Dr. Alice Peed (1920-2005), a renowned medical researcher who made groundbreaking contributions to the study of infectious diseases. Her work helped develop life-saving treatments and vaccines, earning her numerous accolades from the scientific community.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Peed 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. Cambridgeshire leads with 27 Peeds recorded in 1881 and an index of 56.76x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridgeshire | 27 | 56.76x |
| Surrey | 11 | 3.01x |
| Kent | 8 | 3.12x |
| Norfolk | 7 | 6.06x |
| Suffolk | 6 | 6.56x |
| Staffordshire | 4 | 1.58x |
| Devon | 3 | 1.92x |
| Middlesex | 3 | 0.40x |
| Channel Islands | 1 | 4.49x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.67x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.65x |
| Huntingdonshire | 1 | 6.71x |
| Lancashire | 1 | 0.11x |
| Northamptonshire | 1 | 1.42x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 11.17x |
| Sussex | 1 | 0.79x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Wisbech St Peter in Cambridgeshire leads with 16 Peeds recorded in 1881 and an index of 669.46x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Wisbech St Peter | 16 | 669.46x |
| Camberwell | 6 | 12.51x |
| Minster In Sheppey | 6 | 141.18x |
| Lambeth | 5 | 7.63x |
| Norwich St Augustine | 5 | 1063.83x |
| Leiston | 4 | 634.92x |
| Yoxall | 4 | 1212.12x |
| Whittlesey St Mary St | 3 | 180.72x |
| Buxhall | 2 | 1666.67x |
| Eastchurch | 2 | 800.00x |
| Histon | 2 | 800.00x |
| Leverington | 2 | 645.16x |
| Mile End Old Town | 2 | 16.86x |
| St Andrewthe Less | 2 | 36.76x |
| Stoke | 2 | 317.46x |
| Wisbech St Mary | 2 | 363.64x |
| Fletton | 1 | 208.33x |
| Guilsborough | 1 | 526.32x |
| Harwick St Nicholas | 1 | 434.78x |
| Heigham | 1 | 16.13x |
| Holdenhurst | 1 | 24.75x |
| Lancaster | 1 | 18.87x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 1 | 8.31x |
| Rottingdean | 1 | 232.56x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 13.07x |
| St Gilesin Fields | 1 | 227.27x |
| St Helier | 1 | 13.79x |
| Walsoken | 1 | 144.93x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Peed 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 Peed 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 Peed households.
FAQ
In 1881, 77 people were recorded with the Peed surname. That placed it at #22,617 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 32 in 2016. That gives Peed a modern rank of #35,887.
A surname derived from a nickname or occupational name related to urination.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Peed 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.