UK surname
A variant spelling of the surname Stevens, derived from the given name Steven.
In the 1881 census there were 141 people recorded with the Stevans surname, ranking it #16,091 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 15, ranked #37,092, down from #16,091 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Fittleton with Hacklestone, St George in the East and St Leonard Shoreditch. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stevans is 628 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 89.4%.
1881 census count
141
Ranked #16,091
Modern count
15
2016, ranked #37,092
Peak year
1861
628 bearers
Map years
4
1851 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Stevans surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Stevans surname density by area, 1881 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 | 260 | #8,512 |
| 1861 | historical | 628 | #4,264 |
| 1881 | historical | 141 | #16,091 |
| 1891 | historical | 356 | #9,697 |
| 1901 | historical | 41 | #29,602 |
| 1911 | historical | 58 | #27,001 |
| 1997 | modern | 17 | #36,181 |
| 1998 | modern | 14 | #36,565 |
| 1999 | modern | 16 | #36,371 |
| 2000 | modern | 17 | #36,207 |
| 2001 | modern | 19 | #35,866 |
| 2002 | modern | 17 | #36,164 |
| 2003 | modern | 13 | #36,620 |
| 2004 | modern | 13 | #36,742 |
| 2005 | modern | 14 | #36,730 |
| 2006 | modern | 14 | #36,801 |
| 2007 | modern | 15 | #36,793 |
| 2008 | modern | 15 | #36,843 |
| 2009 | modern | 13 | #37,140 |
| 2010 | modern | 16 | #36,937 |
| 2011 | modern | 14 | #37,115 |
| 2012 | modern | 15 | #36,982 |
| 2013 | modern | 16 | #36,955 |
| 2014 | modern | 14 | #37,161 |
| 2015 | modern | 14 | #37,157 |
| 2016 | modern | 15 | #37,092 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Fittleton with Hacklestone, St George in the East, St Leonard Shoreditch, Sandiacre, Dale Abbey and St Pancras. 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 | Fittleton with Hacklestone | Wiltshire |
| 2 | St George in the East | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | St Leonard Shoreditch | London (East Districts) |
| 4 | Sandiacre, Dale Abbey | Derbyshire |
| 5 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Stevans 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 Stevans, 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 Stevans surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Stevans 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, Stevans 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 Stevans is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Stevans, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "STEVANS" is believed to have originated in England, likely during the Middle Ages. It is thought to be derived from the Old English personal name "Stæfan" or "Steven," which means "crown" or "garland." This name was eventually anglicized to become "Steven" or "Stephen."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "STEVANS" can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of land and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that the name has been present in England for several centuries.
In the 13th century, the surname "STEVANS" appeared in various forms, such as "Stevenes," "Steuenes," and "Stevenes." These spelling variations were common during that time period due to the lack of standardized spelling conventions.
The surname "STEVANS" is often associated with certain place names, such as Steventon in Oxfordshire and Steventon in Hampshire, both of which were likely derived from the Old English words "Stæfan" and "tun," meaning "Steven's farm" or "Steven's village."
One notable individual bearing the surname "STEVANS" was Sir John Stevans (c. 1490 - 1553), an English diplomat and courtier who served under King Henry VIII. He was appointed as the Lord Mayor of London in 1545 and played a significant role in the dissolution of the monasteries during the English Reformation.
Another prominent figure was Robert Stevans (1563 - 1619), an English clergyman and scholar who served as the Archdeacon of Salisbury and the Rector of Bemerton. He was known for his contributions to the study of ancient languages and his translations of various works.
In the 17th century, William Stevans (1625 - 1689) was a renowned English mathematician and astronomer. He held the position of Savilian Professor of Geometry at the University of Oxford and made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the study of conic sections.
John Stevans (1719 - 1795) was a notable English physician and writer who authored several books on medical subjects, including "An Essay on the Causes and Cure of the Putrid Fever" and "A New and General Biographical Dictionary."
Additionally, George Stevans (1836 - 1913) was a prominent English architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Royal Hospital Chelsea and the Royal Pavilion at Brighton.
These examples illustrate the long-standing presence and diverse contributions of individuals bearing the surname "STEVANS" throughout British history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Stevans 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 12 Stevans' recorded in 1881 and an index of 0.90x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 12 | 0.90x |
| Yorkshire | 12 | 0.91x |
| Cornwall | 11 | 7.32x |
| Surrey | 10 | 1.55x |
| Northamptonshire | 8 | 6.41x |
| Derbyshire | 7 | 3.37x |
| Devon | 7 | 2.53x |
| Glamorgan | 7 | 3.03x |
| Shropshire | 7 | 6.11x |
| Somerset | 7 | 3.28x |
| Kent | 6 | 1.33x |
| Warwickshire | 6 | 1.79x |
| Cheshire | 4 | 1.37x |
| Lanarkshire | 4 | 0.93x |
| Montgomeryshire | 4 | 13.16x |
| Cambridgeshire | 3 | 3.57x |
| Midlothian | 3 | 1.69x |
| Gloucestershire | 2 | 0.77x |
| Oxfordshire | 2 | 2.44x |
| Suffolk | 2 | 1.24x |
| Worcestershire | 2 | 1.15x |
| Angus | 1 | 0.81x |
| Bedfordshire | 1 | 1.46x |
| Channel Islands | 1 | 2.54x |
| Durham | 1 | 0.25x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.38x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.37x |
| Herefordshire | 1 | 1.84x |
| Lancashire | 1 | 0.06x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 0.22x |
| Wiltshire | 1 | 0.85x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Daventry in Northamptonshire leads with 8 Stevans' recorded in 1881 and an index of 451.98x.
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Stevans 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 Stevans 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 Stevans households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 22 |
| (Imbecile) | 2 |
| Coal Merchant | 2 |
| Coal Miner | 2 |
| Farm Servant (Indoor) | 2 |
| General Servant | 2 |
| Servant | 2 |
| Tin Mine Labourer | 2 |
| Wife | 2 |
| Boot Maker Wife | 1 |
| Brassfounder | 1 |
| Builders Clerk | 1 |
| Carpenter Master | 1 |
| Childrens Maid | 1 |
| China Painter | 1 |
| Commercial Traveller | 1 |
| Cord Wainer | 1 |
| Domestic Assistant | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Domestic Servent | 1 |
| Dress Maker | 1 |
| Farm Assistant | 1 |
| Farm Serv | 1 |
| Farmer Of 199 Acres | 1 |
| Foundry Laborer | 1 |
| Gardener | 1 |
| Gardner | 1 |
| Gen Lab | 1 |
| Gen Servant Bath | 1 |
| Grocer | 1 |
| Grocers Assistant | 1 |
| Head Gardener | 1 |
| Hinge Maker | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Journeyman Butcher | 1 |
| Laborer | 1 |
| Laborers Wife | 1 |
| Labour New Railway | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Labourer Chemical Wks | 1 |
| Labur Wife New Railway | 1 |
| Lace Hand | 1 |
| Lace Maker | 1 |
| Licensed Hawker | 1 |
| Licensed Hawker Wife | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Nurse | 1 |
| Police Constable | 1 |
| Private 2nd Batt 12th Regt | 1 |
| Wife Of Above | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 141 people were recorded with the Stevans surname. That placed it at #16,091 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 15 in 2016. That gives Stevans a modern rank of #37,092.
A variant spelling of the surname Stevens, derived from the given name Steven.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Stevans 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.