NameCensus.

UK surname

Pelosi

An Italian surname derived from the words "pelo" and "oso", meaning hairy or shaggy.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Pelosi surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 307, ranked #14,508, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Isle of Wight, Swansea and Brent.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Pelosi is 313 in 2000. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 30600.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

307

2016, ranked #14,508

Peak year

2000

313 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Pelosi had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 307 in 2016, ranked #14,508.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 55 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ageing Communities.

Pelosi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Pelosi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

Loading map
Lower densityMedium densityHigh density

Timeline

Back to top

Pelosi 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
1851 historical 1 #33,412
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 28 #32,046
1901 historical 55 #28,064
1911 historical 22 #31,030
1997 modern 283 #14,037
1998 modern 295 #14,029
1999 modern 301 #13,926
2000 modern 313 #13,541
2001 modern 298 #13,784
2002 modern 282 #14,585
2003 modern 279 #14,506
2004 modern 281 #14,489
2005 modern 285 #14,273
2006 modern 281 #14,500
2007 modern 288 #14,428
2008 modern 288 #14,537
2009 modern 288 #14,838
2010 modern 294 #14,940
2011 modern 289 #14,974
2012 modern 289 #14,875
2013 modern 298 #14,815
2014 modern 298 #14,911
2015 modern 301 #14,727
2016 modern 307 #14,508

Geography

Back to top

Where Pelosis 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 Isle of Wight, Swansea, Brent and Willowbrae and Duddingston Village. 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 Isle of Wight 012 Isle of Wight
2 Swansea 029 Swansea
3 Swansea 008 Swansea
4 Brent 033 Brent
5 Willowbrae and Duddingston Village City of Edinburgh

Forenames

Back to top

First names often paired with Pelosi

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

Modern profile

Back to top

Neighbourhood profile for Pelosi

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Pelosi, 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

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Ageing Communities

Nationally, the Pelosi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ageing Communities, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Pelosi household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

Read profile summary

Group profile

Many residents are of normal retirement age or above and live in communal establishments, and there are few dependent children. The dominant property type is a mix of retirement flats and detached houses. Those in work are likely to be employed in managerial and professional occupations, and many residents are educated to degree level. Levels of owner occupation are high, but the private rental sector is also present. Rural locations predominate.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Pelosi is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support 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.

Read profile summary

Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

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

Pelosi is most concentrated in decile 1 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the less healthy 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.

1
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Pelosi falls in decile 10 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

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

10
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Pelosi is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of Over 70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

10
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Pelosi

The surname Pelosi has its origins in Italy, with records dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "pelo," meaning hair. This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname for someone with a distinctive hairstyle or a surname related to an occupation involving hair or fur.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the archives of the Republic of Venice, where a certain Giovanni Pelosi is mentioned in a document from 1384. Another early reference is found in the town of Assisi, where a family by the name of Pelosi is recorded as residing in the 15th century.

The name Pelosi is particularly prevalent in the regions of Umbria and Marche, indicating that these areas may have been the original birthplaces of the surname. In Umbria, the town of Perugia has a long-standing connection with the Pelosi family, with several prominent individuals bearing this surname throughout history.

One notable figure from the 16th century was Pietro Pelosi (1510-1592), a renowned painter and architect from Perugia. His works adorned several churches and palaces in the region, and he is widely recognized for his contributions to the Renaissance art movement in Italy.

Another distinguished individual was Girolamo Pelosi (1674-1744), a Jesuit priest and mathematician from the town of Foligno in Umbria. He gained recognition for his work in the field of astronomy and for his writings on religious subjects.

In the 18th century, the Pelosi family gained prominence in the town of Montefalco, Umbria, where a branch of the family established itself as landowners and influential citizens. One member, Giuseppe Pelosi (1732-1810), served as the mayor of Montefalco and played a significant role in the town's development during his tenure.

The 19th century saw the migration of many Pelosi families to other parts of Italy and beyond. Notably, Francesco Pelosi (1836-1916), a native of Marche, immigrated to the United States and settled in California, where he became a successful businessman and landowner.

Throughout the centuries, the Pelosi name has been associated with various occupations, including artisans, merchants, and professionals. While the name has maintained its Italian roots, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

Back to top

Pelosi families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Pelosi 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. Aberdeenshire leads with 1 Pelosis recorded in 1881 and an index of 112.36x.

County Total Index
Aberdeenshire 1 112.36x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aberdeen St Nicholas in Aberdeenshire leads with 1 Pelosis recorded in 1881 and an index of 588.24x.

Place Total Index
Aberdeen St Nicholas 1 588.24x

FAQ

Pelosi surname: questions and answers

How common was the Pelosi surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Pelosi surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Pelosi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 307 in 2016. That gives Pelosi a modern rank of #14,508.

What does the Pelosi surname mean?

An Italian surname derived from the words "pelo" and "oso", meaning hairy or shaggy.

What does the Pelosi map show?

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