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UK surname

Sabatini

Derived from the Italian word "sabato," meaning "Saturday," likely referring to a market trader or someone born on that day.

In the 1881 census there were 22 people recorded with the Sabatini surname, ranking it #30,464 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 116, ranked #28,197, up from #30,464 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Wycombe, Havering and Liverpool.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Sabatini is 121 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 427.3%.

1881 census count

22

Ranked #30,464

Modern count

116

2016, ranked #28,197

Peak year

2014

121 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Sabatini had 22 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #30,464 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 116 in 2016, ranked #28,197.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 59 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Sabatini surname distribution map

The map shows where the Sabatini surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Sabatini surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Sabatini over time

The 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 1 #33,412
1861 historical 5 #33,418
1881 historical 22 #30,464
1891 historical 20 #32,579
1901 historical 29 #30,848
1911 historical 59 #26,914
1997 modern 81 #29,436
1998 modern 89 #29,026
1999 modern 90 #29,056
2000 modern 99 #27,845
2001 modern 96 #27,976
2002 modern 92 #29,040
2003 modern 94 #28,686
2004 modern 91 #29,345
2005 modern 93 #29,133
2006 modern 99 #28,453
2007 modern 96 #29,339
2008 modern 90 #30,567
2009 modern 98 #29,906
2010 modern 98 #30,540
2011 modern 94 #31,016
2012 modern 109 #28,689
2013 modern 118 #27,686
2014 modern 121 #27,503
2015 modern 120 #27,561
2016 modern 116 #28,197

Geography

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Where Sabatinis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Wycombe, Havering, Liverpool, Chiltern and Waveney. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Wycombe 024 Wycombe
2 Havering 012 Havering
3 Liverpool 051 Liverpool
4 Chiltern 002 Chiltern
5 Waveney 010 Waveney

Forenames

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First names often paired with Sabatini

These lists show first names that appear often with the Sabatini surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Sabatini

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Sabatini, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Sabatini surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Sabatini household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Central Connected Professionals and Managers

Group

City Support Workers

Within London, Sabatini is most associated with areas classed as City Support Workers, part of Central Connected Professionals and Managers. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Scattered throughout Inner London, these areas house relatively few workers in the most senior roles within organisations, and greater prevalence of administrative roles relative to the Supergroup mean. Residents are less likely to be of Chinese ethnicity and are more likely to have been born in Africa. Relative to the Supergroup average, residents are also more likely to live in social housing and live in overcrowded conditions.

Wider London pattern

Adult residents of these neighbourhoods are typically aged 25 to 44, working full-time in professional, managerial or associate professional occupations. There are few families with dependent children. The predominantly Inner London neighbourhoods have an international character, including many residents born elsewhere in Europe alongside high numbers of individuals identifying as of Chinese ethnicity. Many individuals are never married, childless and/or living alone. Above average numbers of individuals, likely to be full-time students, live in communal establishments. Elsewhere, privately rented flats are the dominant housing type. Residents of these areas are well-qualified, with a significant number holding Level 4 or above qualifications. There is a correspondingly high level of individuals employed full-time in professional, managerial and associated professional or technical occupations. Employing industries are financial, real estate, professional, administration, and, to a lesser degree, transport and communications. Unemployment is uncommon.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Sabatini is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Sabatini falls in decile 10 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Sabatini is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Sabatini, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Sabatini

The surname Sabatini originates from Italy and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "sabbatinus," which means "of Saturday" or "born on Saturday." This suggests that the name may have been given to a child born on that day.

The Sabatini name can be traced back to regions such as Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio, where it was particularly common. In some instances, the name may have derived from a place name or a topographical feature, although there is no clear evidence of this.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Sabatini surname is found in the "Codice Diplomatico Longobardo," a collection of Lombard documents dating back to the 8th century. This suggests that the name was already in use during the early Middle Ages.

In the 13th century, a prominent figure named Guido Sabatini was a noted jurist and legal scholar from Bologna. He was born around 1220 and is known for his contributions to the study of canon law.

During the Renaissance period, the Sabatini family played a significant role in Italian culture and politics. Andrea Sabatini, born in 1480 in Salerno, was a renowned architect and military engineer who worked on fortifications and urban planning projects throughout Italy.

Another notable figure was Raffaello Sabatini, an Italian-born English novelist and short story writer. Born in 1875 in Jesi, he is best known for his historical novels, such as "Scaramouche" and "Captain Blood." He passed away in 1950.

In the 20th century, Vittorio Sabatini, an Italian sculptor and painter, gained recognition for his works in various mediums. He was born in 1892 in Palermo and is particularly renowned for his sculptures and bas-reliefs depicting religious and mythological themes.

Gaetano Sabatini, born in 1915 in Naples, was a prominent Italian actor and director. He appeared in numerous films and television series throughout his career, which spanned several decades until his death in 1994.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals with the Sabatini surname throughout history, showcasing the name's enduring presence in various fields and regions of Italy.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Sabatini families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Sabatini surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Buckinghamshire leads with 21 Sabatinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 162.04x.

County Total Index
Buckinghamshire 21 162.04x
Surrey 1 0.96x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Chesham in Buckinghamshire leads with 21 Sabatinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 4375.00x.

Place Total Index
Chesham 21 4375.00x
Camberwell 1 7.30x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Sabatini surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Alice 2
Matilda 2
Sarah 2
Ann 1
Clara 1
Elizabeth 1
Kate 1
Laura 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Sabatini surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Alfred 2
Charles 2
Thomas 2
Francois 1
Frank 1
Frederick 1
James 1
William 1

Top occupations

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 Sabatini households.

FAQ

Sabatini surname: questions and answers

How common was the Sabatini surname in 1881?

In 1881, 22 people were recorded with the Sabatini surname. That placed it at #30,464 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Sabatini surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 116 in 2016. That gives Sabatini a modern rank of #28,197.

What does the Sabatini surname mean?

Derived from the Italian word "sabato," meaning "Saturday," likely referring to a market trader or someone born on that day.

What does the Sabatini map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Sabatini bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.