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UK surname

Pisano

An Italian toponymic surname indicating a person from Pisa, Italy.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Pisano surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 139, ranked #25,001, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hamilton Centre and Low Parks, Lambeth and Chelmsford.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Pisano is 139 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 13800.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

139

2016, ranked #25,001

Peak year

2013

139 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • Pisano had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 139 in 2016, ranked #25,001.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 7 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Pisano surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Pisano surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Pisano 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 1 #34,027
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1901 historical 6 #33,591
1911 historical 7 #33,083
1997 modern 97 #27,342
1998 modern 92 #28,680
1999 modern 100 #27,757
2000 modern 109 #26,381
2001 modern 109 #26,059
2002 modern 108 #26,698
2003 modern 100 #27,722
2004 modern 102 #27,637
2005 modern 108 #26,736
2006 modern 121 #25,133
2007 modern 131 #24,282
2008 modern 120 #25,922
2009 modern 127 #25,564
2010 modern 130 #25,775
2011 modern 124 #26,367
2012 modern 134 #25,059
2013 modern 139 #24,912
2014 modern 137 #25,345
2015 modern 135 #25,481
2016 modern 139 #25,001

Geography

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Where Pisanos 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 Hamilton Centre and Low Parks, Lambeth, Chelmsford, High Peak and Ealing. 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 Hamilton Centre and Low Parks South Lanarkshire
2 Lambeth 028 Lambeth
3 Chelmsford 008 Chelmsford
4 High Peak 010 High Peak
5 Ealing 019 Ealing

Forenames

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First names often paired with Pisano

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Pisano

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

Ethnically Diverse Young Families

Nationally, the Pisano surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Pisano 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 younger parents born overseas (particularly in Africa or EU countries) with children aged 0-4. Individuals identifying as of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities are also common. English may not be the primary language spoken. Accommodation consists principally of flats, and many properties are socially rented and/or overcrowded. Students are also present, unemployment is common, and other adults tend to work in low skilled jobs.

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

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Pisano is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Pockets, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. 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

Found in pockets across London, residents are less likely to live in private sector rentals and fewer adults are students. Fewer individuals work in transport and communications occupations relative to the Supergroup average. More individuals identify as Black and were born in Africa.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Pisano 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Pisano falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

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

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Pisano is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

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

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Pisano

The surname Pisano has its origins in Italy, specifically in the Tuscany region, and dates back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Italian word "Pisa," which is the name of a city in Tuscany. The name Pisano translates to "of Pisa" or "from Pisa."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Pisano can be found in the Decameron, a collection of novellas written by the renowned Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio between 1348 and 1353. The name appears in reference to Leonardo Pisano, also known as Fibonacci, a famous Italian mathematician who introduced the Hindu-Arabic numeral system to Europe.

Another notable historical figure with the surname Pisano was Nicola Pisano, an Italian sculptor and architect who lived between circa 1220 and 1284. He is celebrated for his work on the pulpit of the Baptistery of Pisa, which showcased his innovative style and helped pave the way for the Renaissance.

In the 14th century, Tommaso Pisano, also known as Tommaso da Modena, was a prominent Italian painter and a leading figure of the late Gothic or early Renaissance period. His works can be found in various churches and museums in Italy.

A century later, in the 15th century, Andrea Pisano, a Florentine sculptor and architect, gained recognition for his contributions to the Renaissance art movement. His most notable work is the bronze door panels of the Baptistery of San Giovanni in Florence.

During the 16th century, the name Pisano was associated with Vittore Pisano, an Italian engraver and printmaker who was active in Venice. His etchings and engravings showcased his mastery of the art form and were highly sought after during his time.

Throughout history, the surname Pisano has been closely linked to the city of Pisa and its rich cultural heritage. While the name has evolved over time, its connection to the Tuscan region and the contributions of its bearers to various fields, such as mathematics, art, and architecture, have left an indelible mark on Italian history.

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1881 census detail

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Pisano families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Pisano 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. Midlothian leads with 1 Pisanos recorded in 1881 and an index of 77.52x.

County Total Index
Midlothian 1 77.52x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Leith South in Midlothian leads with 1 Pisanos recorded in 1881 and an index of 0.00x.

Place Total Index
Leith South 1 0.00x

FAQ

Pisano surname: questions and answers

How common was the Pisano surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Pisano surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 139 in 2016. That gives Pisano a modern rank of #25,001.

What does the Pisano surname mean?

An Italian toponymic surname indicating a person from Pisa, Italy.

What does the Pisano map show?

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