UK surname
Derived from the word "reside," suggesting a place of residence or dwelling.
In the 1881 census there were 177 people recorded with the Reside surname, ranking it #13,889 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 59, ranked #34,401, down from #13,889 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to New Monkland, Beith and Cathcart. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Reside is 177 in 1881. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 66.7%.
1881 census count
177
Ranked #13,889
Modern count
59
2016, ranked #34,401
Peak year
1881
177 bearers
Map years
5
1851 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Reside surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Reside surname density by area, 1881 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 | 124 | #14,792 |
| 1861 | historical | 167 | #13,956 |
| 1881 | historical | 177 | #13,889 |
| 1891 | historical | 160 | #17,555 |
| 1901 | historical | 132 | #19,469 |
| 1911 | historical | 39 | #29,025 |
| 1997 | modern | 61 | #31,526 |
| 1998 | modern | 60 | #31,931 |
| 1999 | modern | 60 | #32,078 |
| 2000 | modern | 58 | #32,317 |
| 2001 | modern | 51 | #32,850 |
| 2002 | modern | 48 | #33,459 |
| 2003 | modern | 50 | #33,362 |
| 2004 | modern | 50 | #33,566 |
| 2005 | modern | 53 | #33,528 |
| 2006 | modern | 53 | #33,854 |
| 2007 | modern | 51 | #34,272 |
| 2008 | modern | 58 | #33,918 |
| 2009 | modern | 54 | #34,431 |
| 2010 | modern | 54 | #34,582 |
| 2011 | modern | 54 | #34,563 |
| 2012 | modern | 49 | #34,873 |
| 2013 | modern | 54 | #34,666 |
| 2014 | modern | 58 | #34,500 |
| 2015 | modern | 58 | #34,470 |
| 2016 | modern | 59 | #34,401 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around New Monkland, Beith, Cathcart, Mearns and Gateshead. 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 | New Monkland | Lanark |
| 2 | Beith | Ayr |
| 3 | Cathcart | Renfrew |
| 4 | Mearns | Renfrew |
| 5 | Gateshead | Durham |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Reside 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 Reside, 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 Reside surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Reside 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, Reside 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 Reside is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Reside, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Reside is believed to have originated in Scotland, specifically from the Lowlands region, around the early medieval period. The name is considered to be derived from old locative names, suggesting that it referred to a person who resided near a prominent location such as a notable manor or estate. As per the linguistic roots, it is likely derived from the Old English word "re," which means "roe deer," and "sīd," which can translate to "wide." Thus, Reside could signify "wide place with roe deer."
The earliest historical references to the surname are somewhat obscure, but it is thought to periodically appear in medieval Scottish records. For example, old manuscripts from the 13th and 14th centuries often contained a multitude of regional surnames, including variant spellings like Resyde and Recyde. Although not found in prominent national records such as the Domesday Book of England, its appearance in local Scottish charters and legal documents indicates a steady local presence.
A recorded instance of the name appears in the historical records from the mid-15th century when John Reside was noted in a 1447 Stirling Council document. The consistent use and retention in specific localities also give us variants such as Reeside or Resyde, which appears in early parish records and testaments.
Notable individuals include James Reside, a landowner registered during the late 16th century in Dundee. John Reside, a tenant farmer, emerged in the 17th century records of Ayrshire. Additionally, the intellectual Murray Reside from the 18th century is recognized for his contributions to early Scottish literature. The 19th century saw Captain William Reside achieving commendations in naval services around 1842. In more academic fields, Dr. Alexander Reside from the early 20th century made significant advancements in medical research around the universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.
In brief, the surname Reside holds a rich history with its roots deeply entrenched in the Scottish Lowlands, reflecting a heritage associated with the land and historical settlement patterns.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Reside 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. Lanarkshire leads with 59 Resides recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.57x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lanarkshire | 59 | 10.57x |
| Renfrewshire | 51 | 38.12x |
| Ayrshire | 21 | 16.25x |
| Yorkshire | 12 | 0.70x |
| Buteshire | 7 | 66.92x |
| Dumfriesshire | 6 | 15.73x |
| Lancashire | 6 | 0.29x |
| Midlothian | 6 | 2.59x |
| Durham | 3 | 0.58x |
| Middlesex | 3 | 0.17x |
| Argyllshire | 1 | 2.08x |
| Roxburghshire | 1 | 3.20x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.12x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Mearns in Renfrewshire leads with 24 Resides recorded in 1881 and an index of 1025.64x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Mearns | 24 | 1025.64x |
| Old Monkland | 23 | 103.79x |
| Cathcart | 13 | 179.56x |
| Rastrick | 12 | 252.63x |
| New Monkland | 10 | 60.57x |
| Govan | 9 | 6.52x |
| Barony | 8 | 5.66x |
| Dalziel | 8 | 133.11x |
| Neilston | 8 | 119.05x |
| Ardrossan | 7 | 156.60x |
| Kilmory | 7 | 460.53x |
| Annan | 6 | 182.93x |
| Edinburgh St Cuthberts | 6 | 6.45x |
| Dunlop | 4 | 493.83x |
| Kilmarnock | 4 | 26.01x |
| Beith | 3 | 77.72x |
| West Greenock | 3 | 12.49x |
| Westoe | 3 | 10.30x |
| Chorlton On Medlock | 2 | 6.14x |
| Irvine | 2 | 55.71x |
| Islington London | 2 | 1.20x |
| Liverpool | 2 | 1.61x |
| Abbey | 1 | 4.90x |
| Ardwick | 1 | 5.41x |
| Carmunnock | 1 | 232.56x |
| Eastwood | 1 | 12.14x |
| Gorton | 1 | 5.19x |
| Kensington London | 1 | 1.04x |
| Kilchrenan | 1 | 625.00x |
| Lochwinnoch | 1 | 50.25x |
| Melrose | 1 | 37.04x |
| Putney | 1 | 12.71x |
| Riccarton | 1 | 51.28x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Reside 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 Reside 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 Reside households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 3 |
| Engine Fitter | 2 |
| Iron Turner | 2 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Cotton Winder | 1 |
| Draper | 1 |
| Fireman To Driver | 1 |
| Housekeeper & Cook | 1 |
| None | 1 |
| Nurse | 1 |
| Pattern Maker (Cotton) | 1 |
| Provision Porter | 1 |
| Solicitor Clerk General | 1 |
| Warehouseman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 177 people were recorded with the Reside surname. That placed it at #13,889 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 59 in 2016. That gives Reside a modern rank of #34,401.
Derived from the word "reside," suggesting a place of residence or dwelling.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Reside 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.