UK surname
An occupational surname referring to a square or a carpenter who specialized in making squares for construction.
In the 1881 census there were 66 people recorded with the Squier surname, ranking it #24,256 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 77, ranked #33,236, down from #24,256 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to St Saviour Southwark, Dover St James, Dover St Mary and Stanford-le-Hope. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Squier is 139 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 16.7%.
1881 census count
66
Ranked #24,256
Modern count
77
2016, ranked #33,236
Peak year
1911
139 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Squier surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Squier surname density by area, 1911 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 | 114 | #15,716 |
| 1861 | historical | 109 | #19,693 |
| 1881 | historical | 66 | #24,256 |
| 1891 | historical | 105 | #23,241 |
| 1901 | historical | 94 | #23,588 |
| 1911 | historical | 139 | #18,745 |
| 1997 | modern | 63 | #31,335 |
| 1998 | modern | 68 | #31,181 |
| 1999 | modern | 68 | #31,311 |
| 2000 | modern | 70 | #31,180 |
| 2001 | modern | 68 | #31,195 |
| 2002 | modern | 66 | #31,821 |
| 2003 | modern | 67 | #31,796 |
| 2004 | modern | 66 | #32,079 |
| 2005 | modern | 63 | #32,602 |
| 2006 | modern | 65 | #32,743 |
| 2007 | modern | 65 | #33,045 |
| 2008 | modern | 66 | #33,217 |
| 2009 | modern | 64 | #33,675 |
| 2010 | modern | 68 | #33,632 |
| 2011 | modern | 65 | #33,842 |
| 2012 | modern | 75 | #33,263 |
| 2013 | modern | 74 | #33,483 |
| 2014 | modern | 76 | #33,423 |
| 2015 | modern | 78 | #33,210 |
| 2016 | modern | 77 | #33,236 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around St Saviour Southwark, Dover St James, Dover St Mary, Stanford-le-Hope, Horndon, East and Pinchbeck, Cowbit. 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 | St Saviour Southwark | London (South Districts) |
| 2 | Dover St James, Dover St Mary | Kent |
| 3 | Stanford-le-Hope | Essex |
| 4 | Horndon, East | Essex |
| 5 | Pinchbeck, Cowbit | Lincolnshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Squier 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 Squier, 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 Squier surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Squier 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, Squier 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 Squier is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Squier, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname SQUIER has its origins in England, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French word "esquier," which means squire or shield-bearer. The name was initially given to those who served as attendants or squires to knights or men of high rank.
The earliest recorded instances of the SQUIER surname can be traced back to the 13th century. One of the earliest known references is found in the Hundredorum Rolls, a census-like survey conducted in England in 1273, where the name is spelled "le Squier."
In the 14th century, the SQUIER surname appeared in several historical records, including the Yorkshire Poll Tax Rolls of 1379, where a John Squier is mentioned. The name also surfaced in the Pipe Rolls of Leicestershire in 1332, referring to a William le Squier.
During the Middle Ages, the name SQUIER was often associated with individuals who held positions of authority or served in military capacities. One notable example is Sir John Squier, who was a prominent English soldier and commander during the Hundred Years' War in the early 15th century.
In the 16th century, the SQUIER surname can be found in various records, including the Parish Registers of Stratford-upon-Avon, where a Robert Squier was recorded in 1594. The name also appears in the Musters of the Militia in Hertfordshire in 1558, listing a Thomas Squier.
Throughout history, several individuals with the SQUIER surname have achieved notable accomplishments. One such figure is Andrew Vazsonyi Squier (1844-1925), an American electrical engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early telecommunications technology.
Another prominent individual was Samuel Squier (1718-1784), an American politician and jurist who served as a delegate to the Continental Congress and played a role in the American Revolutionary War.
In the literary world, Ephraim George Squier (1821-1888) was an American archaeologist and writer who made important contributions to the study of Pre-Columbian civilizations in Central America.
Another notable figure was Eugene Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc (1814-1879), a French architect and author who was influential in the Gothic Revival movement and the restoration of historic buildings in France.
Finally, Samuel Miles Squier (1825-1898) was an American poet and writer who authored several works, including the poem "Mount Auburn" and the novel "The Huguenot Lovers."
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Squier 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. Essex leads with 19 Squiers recorded in 1881 and an index of 15.42x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Essex | 19 | 15.42x |
| Middlesex | 12 | 1.92x |
| Hertfordshire | 11 | 25.56x |
| Somerset | 8 | 7.96x |
| Lincolnshire | 7 | 7.01x |
| Angus | 2 | 3.46x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.27x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 2.53x |
| Devon | 1 | 0.77x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.33x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. East Horndon in Essex leads with 10 Squiers recorded in 1881 and an index of 9090.91x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| East Horndon | 10 | 9090.91x |
| Great Amwell | 10 | 2325.58x |
| Bath St Michael | 8 | 1568.63x |
| Chiswick | 7 | 205.28x |
| West Horndon | 6 | 30000.00x |
| Pinchbeck | 5 | 781.25x |
| Horndon On Hill | 3 | 2307.69x |
| Islington London | 3 | 4.96x |
| Chorlton On Medlock | 2 | 16.99x |
| Kensington London | 2 | 5.76x |
| Liff Benvie | 2 | 22.78x |
| Spalding | 2 | 101.01x |
| Camberwell | 1 | 2.51x |
| Exeter St Sidwell | 1 | 33.56x |
| Hertingfordbury | 1 | 555.56x |
| Wisbech St Peter | 1 | 50.51x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Squier 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 Squier 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 Squier households.
FAQ
In 1881, 66 people were recorded with the Squier surname. That placed it at #24,256 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 77 in 2016. That gives Squier a modern rank of #33,236.
An occupational surname referring to a square or a carpenter who specialized in making squares for construction.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Squier 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.