UK surname
An Indonesian title indicating nobility or aristocracy.
In the 1881 census there were 39 people recorded with the Raden surname, ranking it #28,137 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 22, ranked #36,533, down from #28,137 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Harborne, Rowley Regis and Edinburgh. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Raden is 109 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 43.6%.
1881 census count
39
Ranked #28,137
Modern count
22
2016, ranked #36,533
Peak year
1861
109 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Raden surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Raden surname density by area, 1861 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 | 17 | #30,267 |
| 1861 | historical | 109 | #19,693 |
| 1881 | historical | 39 | #28,137 |
| 1891 | historical | 77 | #27,169 |
| 1901 | historical | 68 | #26,598 |
| 1911 | historical | 44 | #28,454 |
| 1997 | modern | 25 | #35,261 |
| 1998 | modern | 29 | #34,948 |
| 1999 | modern | 27 | #35,224 |
| 2000 | modern | 28 | #35,080 |
| 2001 | modern | 27 | #35,041 |
| 2002 | modern | 27 | #35,243 |
| 2003 | modern | 27 | #35,279 |
| 2004 | modern | 25 | #35,610 |
| 2005 | modern | 24 | #35,827 |
| 2006 | modern | 23 | #36,054 |
| 2007 | modern | 22 | #36,213 |
| 2008 | modern | 21 | #36,355 |
| 2009 | modern | 21 | #36,470 |
| 2010 | modern | 23 | #36,400 |
| 2011 | modern | 25 | #36,252 |
| 2012 | modern | 23 | #36,366 |
| 2013 | modern | 25 | #36,276 |
| 2014 | modern | 24 | #36,358 |
| 2015 | modern | 24 | #36,364 |
| 2016 | modern | 22 | #36,533 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Harborne, Rowley Regis, Edinburgh, Tettenhall and Alton Barnes. 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 | Harborne | Worcestershire |
| 2 | Rowley Regis | Staffordshire |
| 3 | Edinburgh | Edinburgh |
| 4 | Tettenhall | Staffordshire |
| 5 | Alton Barnes | Wiltshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Raden 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 Raden, 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 Raden surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Raden 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, Raden 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 Raden is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Raden, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname RADEN has its origins in the Indonesian language and culture. It is derived from the Javanese word "raden," which was a title of nobility and respect used for members of the royal family or those of high social standing. The name first emerged in the regions of Java and Bali, where it was closely associated with the ruling elite and aristocracy.
During the era of the Majapahit Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines from the 13th to the 16th century, the title "raden" was widely used to address members of the royal court and their descendants. It was a mark of prestige and honor, signifying a person's elevated status within the societal hierarchy.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name RADEN can be found in the Nagarakretagama, a medieval Javanese poem written in the 14th century. The poem mentions various individuals bearing the title "raden," indicating its widespread use among the nobility at that time.
In the 16th century, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) established a presence in the Indonesian archipelago, and their records contain numerous references to individuals with the surname RADEN, particularly among the local rulers and aristocrats with whom they interacted.
Notable individuals with the surname RADEN throughout history include:
1. Raden Saleh (1807-1880), a renowned Indonesian painter who is considered one of the pioneers of modern Indonesian art. 2. Raden Ayu Kartini (1879-1904), a prominent Javanese pioneer in the emancipation of Indonesian women and a national heroine. 3. Raden Mas Arya Purnamasidhi (1833-1857), a Javanese prince and leader of the Puputan Badung, a famous mass ritual suicide in Bali in defiance of Dutch colonization. 4. Raden Patah (1475-1518), the first Sultan of Demak, who played a crucial role in the spread of Islam in Java. 5. Raden Ajeng Kartini (1879-1904), a Javanese pioneer in the education and emancipation of women, and the sister of Raden Ayu Kartini.
The surname RADEN has maintained its connection to the Indonesian cultural heritage and continues to be used by individuals of Javanese or Balinese descent, often as a reminder of their ancestral ties to the once-powerful kingdoms and noble lineages of the region.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Raden 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. Staffordshire leads with 10 Radens recorded in 1881 and an index of 7.79x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Staffordshire | 10 | 7.79x |
| Durham | 7 | 6.19x |
| Lancashire | 5 | 1.11x |
| Leicestershire | 5 | 11.86x |
| Surrey | 4 | 2.16x |
| Devon | 2 | 2.53x |
| Middlesex | 2 | 0.53x |
| Worcestershire | 2 | 4.03x |
| Cheshire | 1 | 1.19x |
| Nottinghamshire | 1 | 1.95x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Rowley Regis in Staffordshire leads with 9 Radens recorded in 1881 and an index of 251.40x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Rowley Regis | 9 | 251.40x |
| Kyo | 7 | 1320.75x |
| Bootle Cum Linacre | 5 | 139.66x |
| Leicester St Margaret | 5 | 48.64x |
| Lambeth | 4 | 12.06x |
| Oldbury | 2 | 81.97x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 2 | 32.79x |
| Hackney London | 1 | 4.69x |
| Islington London | 1 | 2.71x |
| Knutsford Nether | 1 | 196.08x |
| Nottingham St Mary | 1 | 7.54x |
| Tipton | 1 | 25.45x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Raden 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 Raden 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 Raden households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 9 |
| Coal Miner | 2 |
| Ironwork Labourer | 2 |
| Labourer | 2 |
| (Barge) Steerer | 1 |
| (Illegible) | 1 |
| Bricklayers Laborer | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Farm Servant (Agr Lab) | 1 |
| Hosiery Hand Formly | 1 |
| Lighterman | 1 |
| Shoe Finisher | 1 |
| Shop Keeper | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 39 people were recorded with the Raden surname. That placed it at #28,137 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 22 in 2016. That gives Raden a modern rank of #36,533.
An Indonesian title indicating nobility or aristocracy.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Raden 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.