UK surname
A French surname derived from the word "revers" meaning the reverse side of a fabric.
In the 1881 census there were 25 people recorded with the Revers surname, ranking it #30,077 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 37, ranked #35,582, down from #30,077 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Broadway, St George in the East and St Philip and Jacob. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Revers is 109 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 48.0%.
1881 census count
25
Ranked #30,077
Modern count
37
2016, ranked #35,582
Peak year
1861
109 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Revers surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Revers 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 | 45 | #25,168 |
| 1861 | historical | 109 | #19,693 |
| 1881 | historical | 25 | #30,077 |
| 1891 | historical | 89 | #25,542 |
| 1901 | historical | 43 | #29,380 |
| 1911 | historical | 29 | #30,190 |
| 1997 | modern | 39 | #33,759 |
| 1998 | modern | 38 | #34,066 |
| 1999 | modern | 41 | #33,866 |
| 2000 | modern | 37 | #34,217 |
| 2001 | modern | 35 | #34,261 |
| 2002 | modern | 35 | #34,554 |
| 2003 | modern | 35 | #34,609 |
| 2004 | modern | 44 | #34,053 |
| 2005 | modern | 37 | #34,815 |
| 2006 | modern | 39 | #34,932 |
| 2007 | modern | 50 | #34,347 |
| 2008 | modern | 51 | #34,439 |
| 2009 | modern | 47 | #34,856 |
| 2010 | modern | 43 | #35,233 |
| 2011 | modern | 43 | #35,228 |
| 2012 | modern | 46 | #35,053 |
| 2013 | modern | 46 | #35,110 |
| 2014 | modern | 43 | #35,293 |
| 2015 | modern | 42 | #35,322 |
| 2016 | modern | 37 | #35,582 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Broadway, St George in the East, St Philip and Jacob, Thundersley and Buckland with Laverton. 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 | Broadway | Worcestershire |
| 2 | St George in the East | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | St Philip and Jacob | Gloucestershire |
| 4 | Thundersley | Essex |
| 5 | Buckland with Laverton | Gloucestershire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Revers 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 Revers, 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 Revers surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Revers 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, Revers 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 Revers is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Revers, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname REVERS has its origins in France, tracing back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Old French word "revers," which means "reverse" or "opposite." This name likely originated as a descriptive nickname, possibly given to someone who was left-handed or who displayed a contrary or rebellious nature.
One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name is Jean Revers, a merchant from Normandy who lived in the 13th century. His name appears in several historical records from that region, indicating that the name was already established by that time.
The REVERS surname is also found in some old French manuscripts, such as the "Livre des Métiers" (Book of Trades) from Paris, dating back to the 14th century. This document lists several individuals with the surname, suggesting that it was relatively widespread in certain areas of France during that period.
In the 15th century, a notable figure with the surname REVERS was Jacques Revers, a scholar and clergyman from Picardy. He was born in 1420 and served as a professor at the University of Paris, where he taught philosophy and theology.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Pierre Revers, a French architect who lived in the 16th century. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings in Paris, including the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall).
During the 17th century, the REVERS surname gained recognition in the literary world with the writer and poet Gilles Revers. Born in 1625 in Burgundy, he became known for his satirical works and was a member of the prestigious Académie Française.
The name REVERS has also been associated with some place names in France, such as the village of Revers in the department of Haute-Savoie. It is possible that some individuals adopted the surname based on their place of origin or residence.
Over the centuries, the spelling of the surname has remained relatively consistent, with minor variations such as Revers, Revert, and Reverts appearing in historical records. However, the core form of REVERS has remained the most commonly used spelling throughout its history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Revers 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. Gloucestershire leads with 10 Revers' recorded in 1881 and an index of 20.92x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire | 10 | 20.92x |
| Middlesex | 6 | 2.46x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 5.08x |
| Warwickshire | 2 | 3.25x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.83x |
| Kent | 1 | 1.20x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Buckland in Gloucestershire leads with 10 Revers' recorded in 1881 and an index of 50000.00x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Buckland | 10 | 50000.00x |
| Westminster St John | 6 | 202.02x |
| Govan | 4 | 20.52x |
| Aston | 2 | 11.82x |
| Skipton | 2 | 263.16x |
| Deptford St Paul | 1 | 15.60x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Revers 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 Revers surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| James | 3 |
| George | 2 |
| Alfried | 1 |
| Christopher | 1 |
| Frederick | 1 |
| Walter | 1 |
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 Revers households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Dressmaker | 4 |
| Scholar | 4 |
| Farm Servant | 2 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Clerk In Metal Warehouse | 1 |
| Game Keeper | 1 |
| Housewife | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 25 people were recorded with the Revers surname. That placed it at #30,077 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 37 in 2016. That gives Revers a modern rank of #35,582.
A French surname derived from the word "revers" meaning the reverse side of a fabric.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Revers 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.