UK surname
A locational surname referring to someone from a place named Stapler or Stapleford.
In the 1881 census there were 41 people recorded with the Stapler surname, ranking it #27,870 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 12, ranked #37,385, down from #27,870 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Sedlescomb, Stoke Abbas and Wootton Fitzpaine, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bettiscombe, Marshwood. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stapler is 219 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 70.7%.
1881 census count
41
Ranked #27,870
Modern count
12
2016, ranked #37,385
Peak year
1861
219 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Stapler surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Stapler surname density by area, 1861 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 | 58 | #22,928 |
| 1861 | historical | 219 | #11,124 |
| 1881 | historical | 41 | #27,870 |
| 1891 | historical | 94 | #24,820 |
| 1901 | historical | 52 | #28,377 |
| 1911 | historical | 52 | #27,620 |
| 1997 | modern | 8 | #37,372 |
| 1998 | modern | 9 | #37,189 |
| 1999 | modern | 7 | #37,513 |
| 2000 | modern | 7 | #37,430 |
| 2001 | modern | 7 | #37,293 |
| 2002 | modern | 10 | #36,902 |
| 2003 | modern | 7 | #37,397 |
| 2004 | modern | 5 | #37,830 |
| 2005 | modern | 6 | #37,724 |
| 2006 | modern | 8 | #37,481 |
| 2007 | modern | 8 | #37,572 |
| 2008 | modern | 7 | #37,735 |
| 2009 | modern | 11 | #37,336 |
| 2010 | modern | 11 | #37,411 |
| 2011 | modern | 10 | #37,504 |
| 2012 | modern | 10 | #37,509 |
| 2013 | modern | 10 | #37,539 |
| 2014 | modern | 11 | #37,462 |
| 2015 | modern | 11 | #37,467 |
| 2016 | modern | 12 | #37,385 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Sedlescomb, Stoke Abbas, Wootton Fitzpaine, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bettiscombe, Marshwood, South Weald and Beaumaris. 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 | Sedlescomb | Sussex |
| 2 | Stoke Abbas | Dorset |
| 3 | Wootton Fitzpaine, Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bettiscombe, Marshwood | Dorset |
| 4 | South Weald | Essex |
| 5 | Beaumaris | Carnarvonshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Stapler 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 Stapler, 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 Stapler surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Stapler 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, Stapler 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 Stapler is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Stapler, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname STAPLER is of English origin, with roots tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "staepel," which referred to a loop or ring, particularly in the context of a staple used in trade or as a fastener.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname STAPLER can be found in various medieval records, such as the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from the late 13th century, where a Robert le Stapler was mentioned. This suggests that the name was initially an occupational surname, referring to individuals who worked with staples or fasteners, likely as metalworkers or traders.
During the 14th and 15th centuries, the STAPLER surname appeared in numerous historical documents across England, including the Hundred Rolls of Bedfordshire from 1273, where a John le Stapler was listed. Additionally, the Poll Tax Returns of Yorkshire from 1379 recorded a Thomas Stapler.
One notable individual bearing the STAPLER surname was William Stapler, a prominent merchant from Bristol who lived in the late 15th century. Records indicate that he was involved in the wool trade and held influential positions within the city's guild system.
In the 16th century, the STAPLER surname was associated with several notable figures, including Robert Stapler (1510-1558), a member of the Parliament of England during the reign of Queen Mary I. Another individual of note was John Stapler (1545-1612), a renowned author and scholar who wrote extensively on religious and philosophical topics.
Moving into the 17th century, the STAPLER name gained further recognition with Sir Richard Stapler (1605-1674), a wealthy landowner and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Wiltshire. He was also a dedicated patron of the arts and supported various literary and artistic endeavors during his lifetime.
In the 18th century, the STAPLER surname was linked to Joseph Stapler (1720-1788), a prominent architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Guildhall Library and the Church of St. Bartholomew the Great.
Throughout its history, the STAPLER surname has been associated with various place names and locales across England, such as Stapleford, Stapleton, and Stapleford Abbots, which may have influenced the spelling and variations of the name over time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Stapler 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 14 Staplers recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.50x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 14 | 3.50x |
| Essex | 12 | 15.20x |
| Surrey | 11 | 5.64x |
| Yorkshire | 3 | 0.76x |
| Nottinghamshire | 1 | 1.85x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Camberwell in Surrey leads with 6 Staplers recorded in 1881 and an index of 23.48x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Camberwell | 6 | 23.48x |
| Bethnal Green London | 5 | 28.79x |
| Kingston On Thames | 4 | 85.47x |
| St George Martyr | 4 | 597.01x |
| South Weald | 3 | 441.18x |
| Willingale Doe | 3 | 5000.00x |
| Blackmore | 2 | 2500.00x |
| Navestock | 2 | 1818.18x |
| Pudsey | 2 | 94.34x |
| St Luke London | 2 | 31.20x |
| Willingale Spain | 2 | 6666.67x |
| Bilborough | 1 | 3333.33x |
| Chiswick | 1 | 45.66x |
| Hutton Cranswick | 1 | 588.24x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 2.87x |
| St Anne Soho London | 1 | 43.86x |
| St Clement Danes | 1 | 153.85x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Stapler 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 Stapler 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 Stapler households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 4 |
| Ag Lab | 3 |
| Ag Lab General | 1 |
| Ag Lab Wife | 1 |
| Beer Retailer | 1 |
| Beer Retailer Wife | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Clerk | 1 |
| Com Trav Drapery | 1 |
| Dressmaker & Merchantile | 1 |
| Farm Labourer | 1 |
| General Servant | 1 |
| Income From Funds | 1 |
| Innkeeper | 1 |
| Innkeepers Wife | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Labourers Widow | 1 |
| Newspaper Reporter | 1 |
| Upholstress | 1 |
| Warehouseman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 41 people were recorded with the Stapler surname. That placed it at #27,870 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 12 in 2016. That gives Stapler a modern rank of #37,385.
A locational surname referring to someone from a place named Stapler or Stapleford.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Stapler 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.