UK surname
A toponymic surname likely derived from the German place name Rempe or Remp.
In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Remp surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 5, ranked #38,264, down from #31,604 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Edmonton, Rainham and Eccles. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Remp is 201 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 64.3%.
1881 census count
14
Ranked #31,604
Modern count
5
2016, ranked #38,264
Peak year
1861
201 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Remp surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Remp surname density by area, 1891 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 | 11 | #31,309 |
| 1861 | historical | 201 | #11,949 |
| 1881 | historical | 14 | #31,604 |
| 1891 | historical | 146 | #18,664 |
| 1901 | historical | 13 | #32,633 |
| 1911 | historical | 20 | #31,288 |
| 1997 | modern | 4 | #38,094 |
| 1998 | modern | 2 | #38,550 |
| 1999 | modern | 2 | #38,551 |
| 2000 | modern | 2 | #38,472 |
| 2001 | modern | 2 | #38,335 |
| 2002 | modern | 2 | #38,400 |
| 2003 | modern | 3 | #38,198 |
| 2004 | modern | 3 | #38,241 |
| 2005 | modern | 3 | #38,312 |
| 2006 | modern | 4 | #38,130 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 4 | #38,216 |
| 2009 | modern | 5 | #38,122 |
| 2010 | modern | 8 | #37,769 |
| 2011 | modern | 8 | #37,737 |
| 2012 | modern | 9 | #37,614 |
| 2013 | modern | 6 | #38,049 |
| 2014 | modern | 6 | #38,077 |
| 2015 | modern | 5 | #38,221 |
| 2016 | modern | 5 | #38,264 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Edmonton, Rainham, Eccles, Worth and Alfreton. 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 | Edmonton | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 2 | Rainham | Kent |
| 3 | Eccles | Lancashire |
| 4 | Worth | Sussex |
| 5 | Alfreton | Derbyshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Remp 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 Remp, 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 Remp surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Remp 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, Remp 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 Remp is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Remp, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Remp is believed to have originated in Germany during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Germanic word "remphin," which means "to stop" or "to hinder." This suggests that the name may have been given as a descriptive nickname to someone who was known for their ability to stop or hinder others.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Remp can be found in the Bavarian town of Regensburg. In the 13th century, a man named Konrad Remp was listed as a landowner in the town's records. This suggests that the name was already well-established in that region by that time.
In the 16th century, the name Remp appeared in several historical documents in the German states of Saxony and Thuringia. For example, a man named Hans Remp was mentioned in the records of the city of Leipzig in 1542. Additionally, a family named Remp was recorded as living in the town of Erfurt in the late 1500s.
One notable figure who bore the surname Remp was Johann Remp, a German theologian and philosopher who lived in the 17th century (1589-1647). He was a professor at the University of Giessen and wrote several treatises on theology and metaphysics.
Another historical figure with the name Remp was Friedrich Remp, a German painter who lived in the 18th century (1713-1783). He was known for his religious paintings and frescoes, many of which can still be found in churches throughout Germany.
In the 19th century, the name Remp was associated with several prominent families in the German states of Prussia and Bavaria. For instance, a family named Remp was recorded as owning land in the Prussian town of Königsberg in the early 1800s. Additionally, a man named Karl Remp was a successful businessman and landowner in the Bavarian city of Munich during the same period (1822-1892).
While the surname Remp is not as common today as it once was, it still has a rich history and cultural significance in Germany and other parts of Central Europe. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval period, and it has been borne by notable figures throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Remp 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. Suffolk leads with 6 Remps recorded in 1881 and an index of 36.10x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk | 6 | 36.10x |
| Middlesex | 4 | 2.93x |
| Worcestershire | 2 | 11.22x |
| Cornwall | 1 | 6.47x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 0.74x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Gorleston in Suffolk leads with 6 Remps recorded in 1881 and an index of 1428.57x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Gorleston | 6 | 1428.57x |
| Kidderminster Borough | 2 | 192.31x |
| Limehouse London | 2 | 133.33x |
| Bradford | 1 | 30.58x |
| Chelsea London | 1 | 24.33x |
| Hampstead London | 1 | 47.17x |
| Liskeard | 1 | 384.62x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Remp 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 Remp 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 Remp households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Boot Maker Son | 3 |
| Farm Laborer | 2 |
| Boot Maker | 1 |
| Boot Maker Dau | 1 |
| Boot Maker Wife | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Domestic Servant General | 1 |
| Servant | 1 |
| Worsted Weaver | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Remp surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 5 in 2016. That gives Remp a modern rank of #38,264.
A toponymic surname likely derived from the German place name Rempe or Remp.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Remp 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.