UK surname
A surname possibly derived from a place name, potentially referring to a location or dwelling.
In the 1881 census there were 21 people recorded with the Slaten surname, ranking it #30,609 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 2, ranked #38,825, down from #30,609 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Wolverhampton, Darlington and Wigan. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Slaten is 104 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 90.5%.
1881 census count
21
Ranked #30,609
Modern count
2
2016, ranked #38,825
Peak year
1891
104 bearers
Map years
1
1891 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Slaten surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Slaten 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 | 4 | #32,658 |
| 1861 | historical | 94 | #21,883 |
| 1881 | historical | 21 | #30,609 |
| 1891 | historical | 104 | #23,388 |
| 1901 | historical | 3 | #34,063 |
| 1911 | historical | 7 | #33,083 |
| 2002 | modern | 1 | #38,709 |
| 2003 | modern | 3 | #38,198 |
| 2004 | modern | 2 | #38,464 |
| 2005 | modern | 2 | #38,532 |
| 2006 | modern | 3 | #38,334 |
| 2007 | modern | 3 | #38,372 |
| 2008 | modern | 3 | #38,396 |
| 2009 | modern | 3 | #38,494 |
| 2010 | modern | 4 | #38,371 |
| 2011 | modern | 2 | #38,745 |
| 2012 | modern | 2 | #38,754 |
| 2013 | modern | 2 | #38,761 |
| 2014 | modern | 2 | #38,791 |
| 2015 | modern | 2 | #38,793 |
| 2016 | modern | 2 | #38,825 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Wolverhampton, Darlington, Wigan, Manchester and Chesterfield. 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 | Wolverhampton | Staffordshire |
| 2 | Darlington | Durham |
| 3 | Wigan | Lancashire |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Chesterfield | Derbyshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Slaten 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 Slaten, 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 Slaten surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Slaten 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, Slaten 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 Slaten is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Slaten, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname SLATEN is believed to have originated in England, specifically in the county of Yorkshire, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English word "slat," which means a narrow strip of land or a rough path. This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive name to someone who lived near or owned a plot of land with these characteristics.
One of the earliest records of the name SLATEN can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation conducted in 1086 under the order of William the Conqueror. The entry mentions a landowner named Slatere, which is likely an early spelling variation of the surname.
In the 13th century, a William Slatun was recorded as a landowner in the Yorkshire village of Helmsley. This is one of the earliest known instances of the name's spelling being closer to its modern form.
During the 14th century, the SLATEN surname appeared in various records across Yorkshire and neighboring counties. One notable example is John Slaton, who was mentioned in the Wakefield Court Rolls in 1349.
In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Edward Slaten (1523-1595) was a successful merchant and alderman in the city of York. He played a significant role in local governance and contributed to the city's economic development.
Another notable individual with the SLATEN surname was Sir Robert Slaten (1620-1688), a distinguished military officer who served in the English Civil War. He was knighted for his bravery and loyalty to the Crown.
In the 18th century, William Slaten (1734-1803) was a renowned architect and builder, responsible for designing and constructing several notable buildings in the Yorkshire region, including churches and country estates.
During the 19th century, the SLATEN surname spread across various parts of England, as well as to other parts of the British Empire and the United States due to immigration. One prominent figure was Elizabeth Slaten (1845-1921), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights, who established several schools in London.
Throughout its history, the SLATEN surname has been associated with various place names and locations in Yorkshire, such as Slaithwaite, Slayton, and Slateford, which may have influenced some spelling variations over time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Slaten 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. Derbyshire leads with 13 Slatens recorded in 1881 and an index of 40.55x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Derbyshire | 13 | 40.55x |
| Lincolnshire | 2 | 6.11x |
| Nottinghamshire | 2 | 7.25x |
| Surrey | 2 | 2.00x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 2.49x |
| Northumberland | 1 | 3.28x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Hasland in Derbyshire leads with 10 Slatens recorded in 1881 and an index of 3030.30x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Hasland | 10 | 3030.30x |
| Ripley | 3 | 750.00x |
| Camberwell | 2 | 15.29x |
| Nottingham St Mary | 2 | 28.01x |
| Welbourn | 2 | 5000.00x |
| Byker | 1 | 66.23x |
| Westbury On Severn | 1 | 625.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Slaten 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 Slaten 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 Slaten households.
FAQ
In 1881, 21 people were recorded with the Slaten surname. That placed it at #30,609 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 2 in 2016. That gives Slaten a modern rank of #38,825.
A surname possibly derived from a place name, potentially referring to a location or dwelling.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Slaten 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.