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UK surname

Rebello

A Portuguese surname referring to someone who was a rebel or revolutionary.

In the 1881 census there were 4 people recorded with the Rebello surname, ranking it #33,288 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 326, ranked #13,896, up from #33,288 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Bruntsfield, Swindon and Croydon.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Rebello is 326 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 8050.0%.

1881 census count

4

Ranked #33,288

Modern count

326

2016, ranked #13,896

Peak year

2016

326 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Rebello had 4 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,288 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 326 in 2016, ranked #13,896.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 8 in 1851.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Rebello surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Rebello surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Rebello 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 8 #31,867
1861 historical 3 #33,861
1881 historical 4 #33,288
1901 historical 3 #34,063
1911 historical 7 #33,083
1997 modern 200 #17,618
1998 modern 225 #16,846
1999 modern 219 #17,203
2000 modern 204 #17,987
2001 modern 195 #18,215
2002 modern 208 #17,848
2003 modern 212 #17,454
2004 modern 220 #17,129
2005 modern 238 #16,198
2006 modern 244 #16,011
2007 modern 248 #15,994
2008 modern 257 #15,777
2009 modern 274 #15,395
2010 modern 299 #14,769
2011 modern 279 #15,353
2012 modern 287 #14,978
2013 modern 295 #14,918
2014 modern 307 #14,608
2015 modern 313 #14,313
2016 modern 326 #13,896

Geography

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Where Rebellos 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 Bruntsfield, Swindon, Croydon and Barnet. 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 Bruntsfield City of Edinburgh
2 Swindon 015 Swindon
3 Croydon 009 Croydon
4 Barnet 010 Barnet
5 Swindon 017 Swindon

Forenames

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First names often paired with Rebello

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Rebello

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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Rebello surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Rebello household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Rebello is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, part of Suburban Asian Communities. 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

These residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Rebello 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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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Rebello falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Rebello is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Rebello

The surname Rebello originated from Portugal, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Portuguese word "rebelo," which means "rebel" or "defiant." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname or descriptive term for someone who exhibited a rebellious or non-conformist nature.

The name Rebello is believed to have first emerged in the northern regions of Portugal, particularly in the areas around Porto and Braga. Historical records indicate that the Rebello family played a significant role in the Portuguese Reconquista, the medieval period when Christian forces gradually regained control of the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors.

One of the earliest documented references to the Rebello name can be found in the "Livro Velho de Linhagens" (Old Book of Lineages), a medieval Portuguese manuscript from the 13th century that recorded the genealogies of noble families. This text mentions several individuals with the surname Rebello, indicating their prominence and influence during that era.

In the 16th century, during the Age of Exploration, several members of the Rebello family participated in Portuguese maritime expeditions and colonial endeavors. One notable figure was João Rebello, a navigator and explorer who accompanied Vasco da Gama on his historic voyage to India in 1497-1499.

As the Portuguese Empire expanded, the Rebello name spread to various colonies and territories around the world. For instance, in the 17th century, Francisco Rebello was a prominent figure in the Portuguese colonization of Brazil, serving as the governor of the captaincy of Rio de Janeiro from 1661 to 1665.

Another significant individual bearing the Rebello surname was Inácio Rebello de Andrade (1671-1737), a Portuguese nobleman and military officer who played a crucial role in the defense of Portugal during the War of the Spanish Succession.

In the 19th century, the Rebello family produced several notable figures in the arts and literature. One such individual was Manuel Rebello da Silva (1798-1872), a prominent Portuguese playwright and poet who made significant contributions to the development of Portuguese Romantic theater.

Overall, the surname Rebello has a rich historical lineage that spans several centuries and encompasses various regions and contexts within the Portuguese-speaking world. Its origins can be traced back to medieval times, and the name has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, from exploration and colonization to the arts and literature.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Rebello families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Rebello 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 4 Rebellos recorded in 1881 and an index of 89.09x.

County Total Index
Aberdeenshire 4 89.09x
Royal Navy 1 172.41x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aberdeen Old Machar in Aberdeenshire leads with 4 Rebellos recorded in 1881 and an index of 425.53x.

Place Total Index
Aberdeen Old Machar 4 425.53x

FAQ

Rebello surname: questions and answers

How common was the Rebello surname in 1881?

In 1881, 4 people were recorded with the Rebello surname. That placed it at #33,288 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Rebello surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 326 in 2016. That gives Rebello a modern rank of #13,896.

What does the Rebello surname mean?

A Portuguese surname referring to someone who was a rebel or revolutionary.

What does the Rebello map show?

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