UK surname
A locational surname derived from a place name meaning "dweller by the stickles or ridges".
In the 1881 census there were 108 people recorded with the Stickles surname, ranking it #18,888 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 20, ranked #36,679, down from #18,888 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Warehorne, Orlestone, London parishes and Sherston Magna, Luckington. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stickles is 108 in 1881. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 81.5%.
1881 census count
108
Ranked #18,888
Modern count
20
2016, ranked #36,679
Peak year
1881
108 bearers
Map years
1
1881 to 1881
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Stickles surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Stickles 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 | 26 | #28,667 |
| 1861 | historical | 48 | #27,896 |
| 1881 | historical | 108 | #18,888 |
| 1891 | historical | 91 | #25,239 |
| 1901 | historical | 99 | #22,999 |
| 1911 | historical | 49 | #27,894 |
| 1997 | modern | 32 | #34,472 |
| 1998 | modern | 32 | #34,633 |
| 1999 | modern | 35 | #34,418 |
| 2000 | modern | 27 | #35,188 |
| 2001 | modern | 25 | #35,248 |
| 2002 | modern | 25 | #35,428 |
| 2003 | modern | 22 | #35,740 |
| 2004 | modern | 19 | #36,147 |
| 2005 | modern | 17 | #36,407 |
| 2006 | modern | 20 | #36,254 |
| 2007 | modern | 21 | #36,290 |
| 2008 | modern | 20 | #36,443 |
| 2009 | modern | 27 | #36,045 |
| 2010 | modern | 27 | #36,153 |
| 2011 | modern | 26 | #36,193 |
| 2012 | modern | 21 | #36,490 |
| 2013 | modern | 21 | #36,561 |
| 2014 | modern | 20 | #36,654 |
| 2015 | modern | 20 | #36,653 |
| 2016 | modern | 20 | #36,679 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Warehorne, Orlestone, London parishes, Sherston Magna, Luckington, Margate and Hythe St Leonard, Cheriton, Newington, Saltwood, West Hythe, Burmarsh. 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 | Warehorne, Orlestone | Kent |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | Sherston Magna, Luckington | Wiltshire |
| 4 | Margate | Kent |
| 5 | Hythe St Leonard, Cheriton, Newington, Saltwood, West Hythe, Burmarsh | Kent |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Stickles 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 Stickles, 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 Stickles surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Stickles 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, Stickles 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 Stickles is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Stickles, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Stickles is believed to have originated in England during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "sticol," which means "stake" or "post," suggesting that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or worked with stakes or posts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Assize Rolls of Staffordshire from the year 1292, where a man named William Stickull is mentioned. This variation in spelling was common during that time period and provides insight into the evolution of the surname.
The Stickles surname is also associated with various place names in England, such as Sticklepath in Devon and Stickley in Westmorland (now part of Cumbria). These place names likely derived from the Old English words "sticol" and "leah," meaning "a clearing in a forest where stakes or posts were set up."
In the 16th century, the Stickles surname appeared in the records of the parish of Woking in Surrey, where a John Stickles was mentioned in 1568. This suggests that the name had spread to different parts of England by that time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Stickles surname. One example is Arnall Stickles (1600-1670), an English religious leader and writer who served as the minister of St. Andrew's Church in Worcester.
Another prominent figure was Sir William Stickles (1672-1744), a British naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He played a significant role in several naval battles and was knighted for his service.
In the 19th century, Richard Stickles (1805-1878) was a renowned English architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the former Colosseum building in Regent's Park.
John Stickles (1841-1916) was a British soldier and adventurer who served in the British Army and later explored parts of Africa. He documented his experiences in several published works.
Additionally, Francis Stickles (1875-1951) was a British painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and depictions of rural life in England during the early 20th century.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Stickles 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. Kent leads with 81 Stickles' recorded in 1881 and an index of 22.33x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Kent | 81 | 22.33x |
| Bedfordshire | 11 | 19.98x |
| Hampshire | 7 | 3.21x |
| Northumberland | 4 | 2.53x |
| Norfolk | 2 | 1.22x |
| Sussex | 2 | 1.12x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 7.89x |
| Surrey | 1 | 0.19x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Margate St John Baptist in Kent leads with 19 Stickles' recorded in 1881 and an index of 286.14x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Margate St John Baptist | 19 | 286.14x |
| Hythe St Leonard | 17 | 1328.13x |
| Luton | 11 | 115.43x |
| Waltham | 10 | 5555.56x |
| Orlestone | 7 | 4666.67x |
| St Thomas Winchester | 7 | 454.55x |
| Elmsted | 6 | 3750.00x |
| Elswick | 4 | 31.70x |
| Mersham | 4 | 1538.46x |
| Aldington | 3 | 1200.00x |
| Saltwood | 3 | 1200.00x |
| Godmersham | 2 | 1538.46x |
| Hougham | 2 | 92.59x |
| Bromley | 1 | 18.08x |
| Canterbury St Gregory | 1 | 208.33x |
| Canterbury St Mary | 1 | 41.15x |
| Cromer | 1 | 172.41x |
| Croydon | 1 | 3.48x |
| Faversham | 1 | 28.90x |
| Feltwell | 1 | 312.50x |
| Framfield | 1 | 178.57x |
| Hastingleigh | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Hinxhill | 1 | 2000.00x |
| Hope All Sts | 1 | 10000.00x |
| Pett | 1 | 1000.00x |
| Royal Navy | 1 | 9.23x |
| Wittersham | 1 | 312.50x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Stickles 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 Stickles 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 Stickles households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 33 |
| Ag Lab | 5 |
| Brickmaker | 3 |
| Carpenter | 2 |
| Fly Proprietor | 2 |
| Green Grocer | 2 |
| Ag Lab Loader | 1 |
| Agr Lab Grazier 16 Ac | 1 |
| Annuitant | 1 |
| Builder | 1 |
| Butcher | 1 |
| Cab Driver | 1 |
| Carpenters Wife | 1 |
| Companion (Dom) | 1 |
| Dairymaid (Ag Lab) | 1 |
| Dairywoman Domestic Servt | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Farm Serv Waggoner | 1 |
| Farmer | 1 |
| Farmer Serv | 1 |
| Farmer(Farmer) | 1 |
| Game Keeper | 1 |
| General Domestic Servant | 1 |
| General Servant | 1 |
| Grocer | 1 |
| Grocer Assistant | 1 |
| Labourer In Railway Works | 1 |
| Lodging House Keeper | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Nurse Maid | 1 |
| Ord | 1 |
| Railway Ticket Collector | 1 |
| Saw Mill Foreman | 1 |
| Seaman | 1 |
| Sergt.60th.Rifles | 1 |
| Shoe Maker | 1 |
| Straw Hat Finisher | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 108 people were recorded with the Stickles surname. That placed it at #18,888 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 20 in 2016. That gives Stickles a modern rank of #36,679.
A locational surname derived from a place name meaning "dweller by the stickles or ridges".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Stickles 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.