UK surname

Stavrou

A Greek name derived from the word "stavros" meaning cross or crucifix.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Enfield, Badenoch and Strathspey North and Westminster.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stavrou is 485 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

466

2016, ranked #10,542

Peak year

2010

485 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 466 in 2016, ranked #10,542.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Map

Stavrou surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Stavrou surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Stavrou 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
1997	modern	384	#11,336
1998	modern	420	#10,973
1999	modern	430	#10,855
2000	modern	430	#10,804
2001	modern	423	#10,757
2002	modern	438	#10,675
2003	modern	451	#10,274
2004	modern	451	#10,301
2005	modern	451	#10,197
2006	modern	444	#10,347
2007	modern	442	#10,495
2008	modern	442	#10,573
2009	modern	450	#10,669
2010	modern	485	#10,277
2011	modern	480	#10,267
2012	modern	449	#10,675
2013	modern	472	#10,450
2014	modern	466	#10,608
2015	modern	473	#10,440
2016	modern	466	#10,542

Geography

Where Stavrous 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 Enfield, Badenoch and Strathspey North and Westminster. 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	Enfield 031	Enfield
2	Badenoch and Strathspey North	Highland
3	Westminster 015	Westminster
4	Enfield 011	Enfield
5	Enfield 028	Enfield

Forenames

First names often paired with Stavrou

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Maria Androulla Helen Alexandra Despina Christina Eleni Georgina Stavroulla Lisa

Recent male names

Stavros Andreas George Michael Mario Steven Nicholas Andrew Marios Stephen

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Stavrou

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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Stavrou surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Stavrou household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Stavrou is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. 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

These neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Stavrou 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Stavrou falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more 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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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Stavrou 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 Stavrou, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Stavrou

The surname Stavrou has its origins in Greece, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Greek word "stavros," which means "cross," and is believed to have been initially used as a descriptive name for someone who lived near a cross-shaped landmark or was associated with the Christian cross in some way.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Stavrou was Georgios Stavrou, a Greek scholar and theologian who lived in the late 15th century. He was known for his contributions to the study of Byzantine literature and his work in preserving ancient Greek manuscripts.

In the 16th century, the name Stavrou appeared in several historical records, including the archives of the Greek Orthodox Church on the island of Crete. These records mention individuals such as Manolis Stavrou, a merchant who traded goods between Crete and other parts of the Mediterranean.

The Stavrou name can also be traced to the village of Stavrodromi in the Peloponnese region of Greece, which may have been named after an early bearer of the surname. This village is first mentioned in documents from the 17th century, and it is possible that the Stavrou family had a presence there at that time.

One notable figure in Greek history with the surname Stavrou was Ioannis Stavrou (1876-1944), a politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Greece for a brief period in 1944. He played a significant role in the country's political landscape during the turbulent years surrounding World War II.

Another prominent individual was the Greek-American writer and academic, Stavros Stavrou (1914-1997). Born in Greece, he immigrated to the United States and became a professor of international relations at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He wrote extensively on topics related to Greek politics and history.

In the realm of sports, Panagiotis Stavrou (born 1986) is a Greek professional basketball player who has represented the Greek national team and played for several clubs in Europe and the NBA G League.

Over the centuries, the surname Stavrou has been associated with various occupations and professions, including clergy, merchants, academics, and athletes, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of its bearers throughout Greek history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Stavrou surname: questions and answers

How common is the Stavrou surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 466 in 2016. That gives Stavrou a modern rank of #10,542.

What does the Stavrou surname mean?