UK surname
A German surname meaning "rose valley" or "valley of roses".
In the 1881 census there were 159 people recorded with the Rosenthall surname, ranking it #14,935 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 65, ranked #34,017, down from #14,935 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Christ Church Spitalfields, St Mary Whitechapel and Hull Holy Trinity. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Rosenthall is 215 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 59.1%.
1881 census count
159
Ranked #14,935
Modern count
65
2016, ranked #34,017
Peak year
1911
215 bearers
Map years
4
1881 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Rosenthall surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Rosenthall 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 | 7 | #32,070 |
| 1861 | historical | 60 | #26,313 |
| 1881 | historical | 159 | #14,935 |
| 1891 | historical | 187 | #15,679 |
| 1901 | historical | 203 | #14,969 |
| 1911 | historical | 215 | #14,290 |
| 1997 | modern | 61 | #31,526 |
| 1998 | modern | 59 | #32,027 |
| 1999 | modern | 57 | #32,367 |
| 2000 | modern | 58 | #32,317 |
| 2001 | modern | 55 | #32,482 |
| 2002 | modern | 59 | #32,468 |
| 2003 | modern | 58 | #32,619 |
| 2004 | modern | 59 | #32,787 |
| 2005 | modern | 58 | #33,094 |
| 2006 | modern | 56 | #33,587 |
| 2007 | modern | 56 | #33,875 |
| 2008 | modern | 65 | #33,303 |
| 2009 | modern | 61 | #33,915 |
| 2010 | modern | 60 | #34,205 |
| 2011 | modern | 62 | #34,045 |
| 2012 | modern | 62 | #34,155 |
| 2013 | modern | 67 | #33,939 |
| 2014 | modern | 68 | #33,898 |
| 2015 | modern | 62 | #34,233 |
| 2016 | modern | 65 | #34,017 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Christ Church Spitalfields, St Mary Whitechapel, Hull Holy Trinity, Manchester and Liverpool. 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 | Christ Church Spitalfields | London (East Districts) |
| 2 | St Mary Whitechapel | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | Hull Holy Trinity | Yorkshire, East Riding |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Rosenthall 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 Rosenthall, 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 Rosenthall surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Rosenthall 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, Rosenthall 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 Rosenthall is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Rosenthall, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Rosenthall has its origins in Germany and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the German words "Rose" and "Thal" (or "Tal"), which together translate to "Rose Valley". This suggests that the name may have originated from a geographic location, possibly a valley or region known for its rose gardens or abundance of wild roses.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Rosenthall surname can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of historical documents from Saxony, dating back to the 13th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Rosenthal" and "Rosenthael", indicating its evolution over time.
In the late 14th century, a prominent figure named Hans Rosenthall is mentioned in the chronicles of the city of Nuremberg. He was a respected merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the city's economic and political affairs during that era.
The 16th century saw the rise of a notable Rosenthall family in the region of Franconia, in present-day Bavaria. Johannes Rosenthall (1492-1566) was a renowned scholar and theologian who served as a professor at the University of Wittenberg and was a close associate of Martin Luther during the Protestant Reformation.
Another notable figure was Christoph Rosenthall (1655-1723), a German architect and urban planner who was instrumental in the reconstruction efforts following the Thirty Years' War. His contributions can be seen in the design of several churches and public buildings in cities like Würzburg and Bamberg.
In the 19th century, a famous Rosenthall was the German artist and illustrator, Ludwig Rosenthall (1821-1890). His intricate etchings and engravings depicting landscapes and architectural scenes were highly acclaimed during his lifetime and are now part of various museum collections.
While the Rosenthall surname has its roots in Germany, it has since spread to other parts of Europe and beyond through migration and various historical events. However, the name's connection to its German heritage and the symbolism of the rose valley remain an integral part of its rich history and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Rosenthall 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. Middlesex leads with 59 Rosenthalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.80x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 59 | 3.80x |
| Yorkshire | 32 | 2.08x |
| Lancashire | 29 | 1.58x |
| Warwickshire | 14 | 3.58x |
| Kent | 10 | 1.89x |
| Staffordshire | 6 | 1.15x |
| Lanarkshire | 2 | 0.40x |
| Norfolk | 2 | 0.84x |
| Sussex | 2 | 0.76x |
| Midlothian | 1 | 0.48x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 0.43x |
| Rutland | 1 | 8.78x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Spitalfields London in Middlesex leads with 24 Rosenthalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 205.66x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Spitalfields London | 24 | 205.66x |
| Cheetham | 16 | 116.53x |
| Leeds | 13 | 14.98x |
| Birmingham | 12 | 9.21x |
| Holy Trinity | 11 | 29.75x |
| Lewisham | 10 | 35.44x |
| Islington London | 9 | 5.99x |
| Whitechapel London | 9 | 58.86x |
| Sculcoates | 8 | 32.83x |
| West Derby | 8 | 14.86x |
| Old Artillery Ground | 6 | 447.76x |
| Walsall Borough | 6 | 147.78x |
| Manchester | 5 | 6.04x |
| Hackney London | 4 | 4.60x |
| Edgbaston | 2 | 16.49x |
| Glasgow | 2 | 2.25x |
| Great Yarmouth | 2 | 10.13x |
| Mile End Old Town | 2 | 8.17x |
| Preston | 2 | 43.76x |
| Shoreditch London | 2 | 2.97x |
| Edinburgh St Cuthberts | 1 | 1.20x |
| Fulham London | 1 | 4.45x |
| Paddington London | 1 | 1.75x |
| St Pancras London | 1 | 0.80x |
| Uppingham | 1 | 73.53x |
| Westgate | 1 | 7.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Rosenthall surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Sarah | 8 |
| Caroline | 4 |
| Mary | 4 |
| Annie | 3 |
| Hannah | 3 |
| Leah | 3 |
| Rose | 3 |
| Ada | 2 |
| Alice | 2 |
| Ester | 2 |
| Esther | 2 |
| Fanny | 2 |
| Lena | 2 |
| Lousia | 2 |
| Miriam | 2 |
| Beatrice | 1 |
| Bessie | 1 |
| Betsy | 1 |
| Bloomah | 1 |
| Cela | 1 |
| Christine | 1 |
| Clara | 1 |
| Debrah | 1 |
| Dora | 1 |
| Dorary | 1 |
| Edith | 1 |
| Eliza | 1 |
| Elizabeth | 1 |
| Ethel | 1 |
| Eva | 1 |
| Florence | 1 |
| Frances | 1 |
| Helen | 1 |
| Henrietta | 1 |
| Hettie | 1 |
| Jessie | 1 |
| Julia | 1 |
| Kate | 1 |
| Katie | 1 |
| Lilly | 1 |
| Lina | 1 |
| Maria | 1 |
| Matilda | 1 |
| Mirian | 1 |
| Nelly | 1 |
| Pauline | 1 |
| Rachael | 1 |
| Rebecca | 1 |
| Rosa | 1 |
| Yetta | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Rosenthall surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Abraham | 7 |
| Joseph | 6 |
| Isaac | 5 |
| Lewis | 3 |
| Morris | 3 |
| Samuel | 3 |
| Solomon | 3 |
| William | 3 |
| Daniel | 2 |
| Edward | 2 |
| Jacob | 2 |
| James | 2 |
| Louis | 2 |
| Adolphus | 1 |
| Albert | 1 |
| Alfred | 1 |
| David | 1 |
| Elias | 1 |
| Emanuel | 1 |
| Emmanuel | 1 |
| Emuel | 1 |
| Eugene | 1 |
| Francis | 1 |
| Frederick | 1 |
| Goodman | 1 |
| Harold | 1 |
| Harris | 1 |
| Henry | 1 |
| Hyman | 1 |
| Israel | 1 |
| Joshua | 1 |
| Lazarus | 1 |
| Lewin | 1 |
| Michael | 1 |
| Moses | 1 |
| Myer | 1 |
| Philip | 1 |
| Simon | 1 |
| Soloman | 1 |
| Wm. | 1 |
| Woolf | 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 Rosenthall households.
FAQ
In 1881, 159 people were recorded with the Rosenthall surname. That placed it at #14,935 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 65 in 2016. That gives Rosenthall a modern rank of #34,017.
A German surname meaning "rose valley" or "valley of roses".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Rosenthall 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.