UK surname
An English occupational surname derived from the given name Steven or Stephen, referring to a son of Steven.
In the 1881 census there were 47 people recorded with the Steverson surname, ranking it #27,019 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 35, ranked #35,703, down from #27,019 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to London parishes, Carlton Rode and Chieveley. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Steverson is 119 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 25.5%.
1881 census count
47
Ranked #27,019
Modern count
35
2016, ranked #35,703
Peak year
1891
119 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Steverson surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Steverson 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 | 69 | #21,148 |
| 1861 | historical | 116 | #18,751 |
| 1881 | historical | 47 | #27,019 |
| 1891 | historical | 119 | #21,415 |
| 1901 | historical | 40 | #29,678 |
| 1911 | historical | 43 | #28,581 |
| 1997 | modern | 33 | #34,377 |
| 1998 | modern | 34 | #34,433 |
| 1999 | modern | 32 | #34,717 |
| 2000 | modern | 20 | #35,915 |
| 2001 | modern | 28 | #34,936 |
| 2002 | modern | 29 | #35,030 |
| 2003 | modern | 29 | #35,129 |
| 2004 | modern | 27 | #35,444 |
| 2005 | modern | 28 | #35,510 |
| 2006 | modern | 28 | #35,665 |
| 2007 | modern | 36 | #35,278 |
| 2008 | modern | 33 | #35,556 |
| 2009 | modern | 36 | #35,496 |
| 2010 | modern | 36 | #35,620 |
| 2011 | modern | 33 | #35,777 |
| 2012 | modern | 35 | #35,645 |
| 2013 | modern | 37 | #35,582 |
| 2014 | modern | 36 | #35,662 |
| 2015 | modern | 35 | #35,702 |
| 2016 | modern | 35 | #35,703 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around London parishes, Carlton Rode, Chieveley and St Marylebone. 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 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 2 | Carlton Rode | Norfolk |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Chieveley | Berkshire |
| 5 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Steverson 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 Steverson, 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 Steverson surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Steverson 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, Steverson 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 Steverson is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Steverson, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Steverson has its origins in Scotland, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic name "Steabhairnean," which means "one who lives near the stream." The name was initially concentrated in the Highlands region of Scotland, particularly in the areas around Inverness and Aberdeenshire.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Steverson can be found in the Scottish Parish Records of the late 1500s. The records mention a family with the surname Steverson residing in the parish of Kilmarnock, Ayrshire. This suggests that the name had already spread from the Highlands to other parts of Scotland by that time.
In the 17th century, there are records of a notable figure named John Steverson (1620-1687), who was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Glasgow. He played a significant role in the city's economic development during that period.
The earliest known spelling variation of the name was "Stephanson," which appeared in the Scottish Exchequer Rolls of 1528. This spelling likely evolved from the Gaelic "Steabhairnean" and was later anglicized to "Steverson."
During the 18th century, the surname Steverson began to appear in historical records beyond Scotland. One notable individual was Robert Steverson (1745-1823), an English scholar and writer who authored several works on Scottish history and literature. He was born in Edinburgh but spent much of his life in London, where he gained recognition for his scholarly pursuits.
Another notable bearer of the name was Mary Steverson (1786-1865), a Scottish painter known for her portraits and landscapes. She was born in Aberdeenshire and received training from renowned artists of the time, becoming a respected figure in the Scottish art world.
In the 19th century, the Steverson family played a role in the colonization efforts of the British Empire. William Steverson (1810-1879) was a British colonial administrator who served in various parts of Africa and Asia, including India and South Africa.
As the Steverson family spread across the globe, the name appeared in various historical records and manuscripts, reflecting their involvement in different spheres of society, from business and academia to the arts and colonial administration.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Steverson 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. Norfolk leads with 13 Steversons recorded in 1881 and an index of 18.84x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk | 13 | 18.84x |
| Berkshire | 9 | 26.72x |
| Middlesex | 9 | 2.01x |
| Oxfordshire | 8 | 28.87x |
| Sussex | 5 | 6.61x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 1.39x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 1.83x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Carleton Rode in Norfolk leads with 10 Steversons recorded in 1881 and an index of 8333.33x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Carleton Rode | 10 | 8333.33x |
| Winterbourne | 9 | 18000.00x |
| Cowley | 8 | 930.23x |
| St Marylebone London | 7 | 29.22x |
| Brighton | 5 | 32.77x |
| Thetford St Peter | 3 | 1666.67x |
| Chelsea London | 2 | 14.79x |
| Bungay St Mary | 1 | 370.37x |
| Holbeach | 1 | 125.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Steverson 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 Steverson 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 Steverson households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 16 |
| Ag Lab | 2 |
| Beer Retailer | 1 |
| Bootmaker | 1 |
| Bootmakers Assistant | 1 |
| Cabinet Maker | 1 |
| Coachman 6/2 | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Draper Apprentice | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Farm 33 Acres | 1 |
| Farm Servant | 1 |
| Farmer | 1 |
| Formerly Letter Carrier Pauper | 1 |
| Oilman | 1 |
| Plate Layer On Gec | 1 |
| Serv | 1 |
| Shop Assistant | 1 |
| Smiths Apprentice | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 47 people were recorded with the Steverson surname. That placed it at #27,019 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 35 in 2016. That gives Steverson a modern rank of #35,703.
An English occupational surname derived from the given name Steven or Stephen, referring to a son of Steven.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Steverson 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.