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UK surname

Serafini

An Italian surname derived from the word "serafino", meaning a small angel or cherub.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Serafini surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 113, ranked #28,691, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Falkirk - Bantaskin, Southampton and North East Derbyshire.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Serafini is 113 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 11200.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

113

2016, ranked #28,691

Peak year

2016

113 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Serafini had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 113 in 2016, ranked #28,691.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 2 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Serafini surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Serafini surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Serafini 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
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1901 historical 2 #34,263
1997 modern 68 #30,810
1998 modern 78 #30,192
1999 modern 75 #30,661
2000 modern 78 #30,361
2001 modern 76 #30,366
2002 modern 76 #30,830
2003 modern 77 #30,762
2004 modern 72 #31,488
2005 modern 73 #31,616
2006 modern 72 #32,059
2007 modern 74 #32,190
2008 modern 72 #32,656
2009 modern 75 #32,733
2010 modern 94 #31,111
2011 modern 88 #31,801
2012 modern 96 #30,949
2013 modern 103 #30,235
2014 modern 110 #29,294
2015 modern 111 #28,986
2016 modern 113 #28,691

Geography

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Where Serafinis 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 Falkirk - Bantaskin, Southampton, North East Derbyshire, Falkirk - Town Centre and Callendar Park and Worcester. 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 Falkirk - Bantaskin Falkirk
2 Southampton 017 Southampton
3 North East Derbyshire 001 North East Derbyshire
4 Falkirk - Town Centre and Callendar Park Falkirk
5 Worcester 013 Worcester

Forenames

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First names often paired with Serafini

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Serafini

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Serafini, 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 Serafini surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Serafini 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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Serafini is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Serafini 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Serafini falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Serafini is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

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

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Serafini

The surname Serafini is of Italian origin, derived from the Italian word "serafino," meaning "seraphic" or "angelic." The name traces its roots back to the Middle Ages, when it was likely first adopted by individuals associated with religious orders or those known for their pious and angelic qualities.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Serafini can be found in various Italian historical records from the 13th and 14th centuries. One notable example is the mention of a Serafino di Serafini in a Florentine document dated 1287, suggesting the name's presence in the region of Tuscany during that period.

In the 15th century, the name Serafini gained prominence in the city of Siena, where several members of the family held influential positions within the local government and church. One such figure was Bartolomeo Serafini (1435-1498), a renowned jurist and professor of canon law at the University of Siena.

During the Renaissance era, the Serafini family produced several notable artists and intellectuals. Among them was the painter Serafino Serafini (1510-1585), whose works adorned churches and noble residences throughout Italy. Another prominent figure was the philosopher and theologian Pietro Serafini (1564-1624), who served as a professor at the University of Bologna.

In the 17th century, the name Serafini appeared in the records of the Vatican, with several individuals bearing the surname serving as prelates and officials within the Catholic Church. One such figure was Vincenzo Serafini (1628-1704), who held the position of Apostolic Nuncio to various European courts.

The 19th century saw the emergence of several influential Serafinis in the fields of literature and academia. One notable figure was the writer and poet Filippo Serafini (1817-1892), whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Another prominent individual was the historian and archaeologist Camillo Serafini (1845-1912), whose research shed light on the ancient civilizations of Italy.

Throughout its history, the surname Serafini has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including writers, artists, philosophers, and religious figures. While the name may have originated as a descriptor of angelic qualities, it has since evolved to represent a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in the Italian tradition.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Serafini families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Serafini 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. Middlesex leads with 1 Serafinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.37x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 1 10.37x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Andrew Holborn in Middlesex leads with 1 Serafinis recorded in 1881 and an index of 3333.33x.

Place Total Index
St Andrew Holborn 1 3333.33x

Top male names

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

Name Count
Augustin 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 Serafini households.

Occupation Count
Labourer 1

FAQ

Serafini surname: questions and answers

How common was the Serafini surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Serafini surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Serafini surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 113 in 2016. That gives Serafini a modern rank of #28,691.

What does the Serafini surname mean?

An Italian surname derived from the word "serafino", meaning a small angel or cherub.

What does the Serafini map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Serafini 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.