UK surname
A German surname denoting one who made drinking cups or glasses.
In the 1881 census there were 31 people recorded with the Rummer surname, ranking it #29,218 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 19, ranked #36,760, down from #29,218 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Willesden, London parishes and North Meols. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Rummer is 105 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 38.7%.
1881 census count
31
Ranked #29,218
Modern count
19
2016, ranked #36,760
Peak year
1891
105 bearers
Map years
1
1891 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Rummer surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Rummer 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 | 37 | #26,673 |
| 1861 | historical | 83 | #23,189 |
| 1881 | historical | 31 | #29,218 |
| 1891 | historical | 105 | #23,241 |
| 1901 | historical | 56 | #27,952 |
| 1911 | historical | 52 | #27,620 |
| 1997 | modern | 22 | #35,584 |
| 1998 | modern | 22 | #35,687 |
| 1999 | modern | 21 | #35,810 |
| 2000 | modern | 20 | #35,915 |
| 2001 | modern | 21 | #35,646 |
| 2002 | modern | 24 | #35,520 |
| 2003 | modern | 21 | #35,825 |
| 2004 | modern | 23 | #35,786 |
| 2005 | modern | 20 | #36,165 |
| 2006 | modern | 20 | #36,254 |
| 2007 | modern | 20 | #36,362 |
| 2008 | modern | 20 | #36,443 |
| 2009 | modern | 19 | #36,603 |
| 2010 | modern | 20 | #36,599 |
| 2011 | modern | 18 | #36,739 |
| 2012 | modern | 20 | #36,570 |
| 2013 | modern | 20 | #36,614 |
| 2014 | modern | 19 | #36,740 |
| 2015 | modern | 20 | #36,653 |
| 2016 | modern | 19 | #36,760 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Willesden, London parishes, North Meols, Toxteth Park and Coppenhall. 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 | Willesden | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | North Meols | Lancashire |
| 4 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 5 | Coppenhall | Cheshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Rummer 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 Rummer, 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 Rummer surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Rummer 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, Rummer 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 Rummer is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Rummer, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Rummer is of German origin, emerging in the medieval period around the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Middle High German word "rummer," which referred to a type of large drinking vessel or goblet used for serving wine or other beverages. This connection suggests that the name may have been an occupational surname given to those involved in the production or trade of such vessels.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the town records of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a historic town in Bavaria, Germany, dating back to the 14th century. In these records, a certain "Hans Rummer" is mentioned as a resident of the town in 1372.
In the 15th century, the name appears in various other historical documents across different regions of Germany. For instance, a "Peter Rummer" is recorded as a citizen of Nuremberg in 1491, while a "Johann Rummer" is listed as a resident of Augsburg in 1456.
As the name spread across different regions, variations in spelling emerged, such as "Rummel," "Rumer," and "Rumler." These variations were often influenced by local dialects and the preferences of scribes at the time.
One notable individual bearing the surname Rummer was Johann Rummer, a German composer and organist born in 1633 in Breslau (now Wrocław, Poland). He is known for his contributions to the development of German baroque music and his compositions for organ and choir.
Another prominent figure was Friedrich Rummer, a German artist and painter born in 1815 in Aachen. He gained recognition for his landscape paintings, particularly those depicting scenes from the Rhine region.
In the 19th century, the name Rummer also appeared in various parts of Europe, including Austria and Switzerland. For example, Karl Rummer, an Austrian architect born in 1823 in Vienna, was renowned for his designs of numerous public buildings and churches in the city.
While the surname Rummer may not have been as widely documented as some other German surnames, its historical presence can be traced back to the medieval period, with connections to occupations related to the production and trade of drinking vessels. The variations in spelling and the spread of the name across different regions reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of Germany and its neighboring areas.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Rummer 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 8 Rummers recorded in 1881 and an index of 2.65x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 8 | 2.65x |
| Lancashire | 7 | 1.95x |
| Cheshire | 6 | 8.99x |
| Surrey | 4 | 2.72x |
| Derbyshire | 2 | 4.22x |
| Staffordshire | 2 | 1.96x |
| Kent | 1 | 0.97x |
| Sussex | 1 | 1.96x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Monks Coppenhall in Cheshire leads with 6 Rummers recorded in 1881 and an index of 238.10x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Monks Coppenhall | 6 | 238.10x |
| Orrell | 5 | 1111.11x |
| St Marylebone London | 5 | 30.98x |
| Rotherhithe | 3 | 80.21x |
| Alrewas | 2 | 2000.00x |
| Islington London | 2 | 6.82x |
| Winshill | 2 | 666.67x |
| Birkdale | 1 | 109.89x |
| Croydon | 1 | 12.22x |
| Everton | 1 | 8.74x |
| Gillingham | 1 | 46.95x |
| Hastings St Clement | 1 | 208.33x |
| Kensington London | 1 | 5.95x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Rummer 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 Rummer 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 Rummer households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 6 |
| Clerk | 2 |
| (Domestic Servant) Charwoman | 1 |
| Boiler Maker | 1 |
| Brewers Labourer | 1 |
| Builder | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Coachman | 1 |
| Commercial Clerk | 1 |
| Gen Ser | 1 |
| Groom | 1 |
| Painter | 1 |
| Porter | 1 |
| Retired Farmer | 1 |
| Stationer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 31 people were recorded with the Rummer surname. That placed it at #29,218 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 19 in 2016. That gives Rummer a modern rank of #36,760.
A German surname denoting one who made drinking cups or glasses.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Rummer 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.