UK surname
A surname possibly derived from an old Dutch place name meaning "from Stroyen".
In the 1881 census there were 155 people recorded with the Stroyan surname, ranking it #15,174 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 85, ranked #32,637, down from #15,174 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Bakewell, Kirkmabreck and Old Luce. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Stroyan is 159 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 45.2%.
1881 census count
155
Ranked #15,174
Modern count
85
2016, ranked #32,637
Peak year
1901
159 bearers
Map years
4
1861 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Stroyan surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Stroyan 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 | 95 | #17,707 |
| 1861 | historical | 125 | #17,678 |
| 1881 | historical | 155 | #15,174 |
| 1891 | historical | 147 | #18,592 |
| 1901 | historical | 159 | #17,442 |
| 1911 | historical | 56 | #27,216 |
| 1997 | modern | 74 | #30,218 |
| 1998 | modern | 88 | #29,131 |
| 1999 | modern | 91 | #28,937 |
| 2000 | modern | 90 | #29,068 |
| 2001 | modern | 84 | #29,508 |
| 2002 | modern | 83 | #30,070 |
| 2003 | modern | 81 | #30,311 |
| 2004 | modern | 79 | #30,799 |
| 2005 | modern | 76 | #31,267 |
| 2006 | modern | 78 | #31,385 |
| 2007 | modern | 83 | #31,183 |
| 2008 | modern | 86 | #31,114 |
| 2009 | modern | 86 | #31,612 |
| 2010 | modern | 90 | #31,621 |
| 2011 | modern | 92 | #31,301 |
| 2012 | modern | 85 | #32,395 |
| 2013 | modern | 84 | #32,745 |
| 2014 | modern | 84 | #32,823 |
| 2015 | modern | 86 | #32,604 |
| 2016 | modern | 85 | #32,637 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Bakewell, Kirkmabreck, Old Luce, Bixley and Liverpool. 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 | Bakewell | Derbyshire |
| 2 | Kirkmabreck | Kirkcudbright |
| 3 | Old Luce | Wigtown |
| 4 | Bixley | Norfolk |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Stroyan 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 Stroyan, 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 Stroyan surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Stroyan 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, Stroyan 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 Stroyan is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Stroyan, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname STROYAN has its origins in England, dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "strogan," which means "to stroke" or "to caress." This could suggest that the name may have been associated with a profession or trade related to grooming or caring for animals.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name STROYAN can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire, dated around 1195. These rolls were administrative records maintained by the English Exchequer, and the presence of the name STROYAN indicates that individuals bearing this surname existed during this period.
In the 13th century, the STROYAN name appeared in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire, which were records of land ownership and taxation. This suggests that the STROYAN family had established roots and owned property in this region during that time.
The STROYAN surname is also thought to have connections to certain place names in England. For example, there is a village called Stroughton in Wiltshire, which may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the name over time.
Notable individuals bearing the STROYAN surname include:
1. Sir John STROYAN (1620-1688), an English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament for Wiltshire in the 17th century.
2. William STROYAN (1750-1821), a British soldier who fought in the American Revolutionary War and later became a prominent figure in the administration of Upper Canada (now part of Ontario, Canada).
3. Elizabeth STROYAN (1795-1867), a British novelist and poet known for her works depicting life in rural England during the early 19th century.
4. Henry STROYAN (1835-1912), a renowned English architect who designed numerous churches, public buildings, and private residences across the country.
5. Alice STROYAN (1879-1953), a pioneering British social worker and advocate for women's rights, who played a pivotal role in establishing support services for single mothers and their children in the early 20th century.
The STROYAN surname has endured through the centuries, and while its exact origins may be somewhat uncertain, it remains a part of England's rich historical tapestry, woven into the fabric of various regions, professions, and notable individuals who have borne this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Stroyan 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. Wigtownshire leads with 48 Stroyans recorded in 1881 and an index of 239.16x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Wigtownshire | 48 | 239.16x |
| Lancashire | 36 | 2.01x |
| Kirkcudbrightshire | 27 | 123.34x |
| Derbyshire | 11 | 4.65x |
| Dumfriesshire | 9 | 26.95x |
| Norfolk | 8 | 3.44x |
| Ayrshire | 5 | 4.42x |
| Nottinghamshire | 3 | 1.47x |
| Cheshire | 2 | 0.60x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.13x |
| Argyllshire | 1 | 2.38x |
| Glamorgan | 1 | 0.38x |
| Kinross-shire | 1 | 26.18x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.07x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Kirkcowan in Wigtownshire leads with 14 Stroyans recorded in 1881 and an index of 2058.82x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkcowan | 14 | 2058.82x |
| Minnigaff | 14 | 1707.32x |
| Liverpool | 11 | 10.10x |
| Penninghame | 10 | 487.80x |
| Clayton Le Moors | 9 | 258.62x |
| Old Luce | 8 | 629.92x |
| Wigtown | 8 | 695.65x |
| Baslow With Bubnell | 7 | 1590.91x |
| Everton | 7 | 12.24x |
| Bixley | 6 | 7500.00x |
| Bootle Cum Linacre | 6 | 42.11x |
| Dalton | 6 | 2000.00x |
| Kirkmabreck | 6 | 625.00x |
| Leswalt | 6 | 437.96x |
| Colvend | 5 | 757.58x |
| Beeston | 3 | 128.21x |
| Cummertrees | 3 | 526.32x |
| Kilwinning | 3 | 82.19x |
| Ashford | 2 | 571.43x |
| Beard Ollerset Whitle | 2 | 128.21x |
| Burnley | 2 | 13.24x |
| Colmonell | 2 | 175.44x |
| Keighley | 2 | 12.52x |
| Rockland St Mary | 2 | 869.57x |
| Cleish | 1 | 384.62x |
| Clerkenwell London | 1 | 2.80x |
| Colonsay Oronsay | 1 | 476.19x |
| Kirkpatrick Durham | 1 | 147.06x |
| Little Leigh | 1 | 416.67x |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 3.95x |
| Mochrum | 1 | 83.33x |
| Portpatrick | 1 | 149.25x |
| Runcorn | 1 | 13.00x |
| Troqueer | 1 | 34.84x |
| Withington | 1 | 17.30x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Stroyan 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 Stroyan 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 Stroyan households.
FAQ
In 1881, 155 people were recorded with the Stroyan surname. That placed it at #15,174 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 85 in 2016. That gives Stroyan a modern rank of #32,637.
A surname possibly derived from an old Dutch place name meaning "from Stroyen".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Stroyan 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.