UK surname
An ethnic surname of Albanian origin meaning "kite" or "falcon".
In the 1881 census there were 67 people recorded with the Tash surname, ranking it #24,104 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 98, ranked #31,470, down from #24,104 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Shipdham, Necton and London parishes. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Tash is 105 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 46.3%.
1881 census count
67
Ranked #24,104
Modern count
98
2016, ranked #31,470
Peak year
1901
105 bearers
Map years
1
1901 to 1901
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Tash surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Tash surname density by area, 1901 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 | 57 | #26,718 |
| 1881 | historical | 67 | #24,104 |
| 1891 | historical | 89 | #25,542 |
| 1901 | historical | 105 | #22,179 |
| 1911 | historical | 97 | #23,076 |
| 1997 | modern | 81 | #29,436 |
| 1998 | modern | 81 | #29,849 |
| 1999 | modern | 85 | #29,578 |
| 2000 | modern | 74 | #30,785 |
| 2001 | modern | 73 | #30,699 |
| 2002 | modern | 79 | #30,499 |
| 2003 | modern | 79 | #30,549 |
| 2004 | modern | 80 | #30,679 |
| 2005 | modern | 75 | #31,400 |
| 2006 | modern | 76 | #31,633 |
| 2007 | modern | 74 | #32,190 |
| 2008 | modern | 73 | #32,555 |
| 2009 | modern | 76 | #32,635 |
| 2010 | modern | 85 | #32,185 |
| 2011 | modern | 85 | #32,127 |
| 2012 | modern | 80 | #32,877 |
| 2013 | modern | 85 | #32,658 |
| 2014 | modern | 89 | #32,409 |
| 2015 | modern | 96 | #31,624 |
| 2016 | modern | 98 | #31,470 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Shipdham, Necton, London parishes, Dunham, Little and Flitcham. 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 | Shipdham | Norfolk |
| 2 | Necton | Norfolk |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Dunham, Little | Norfolk |
| 5 | Flitcham | Norfolk |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Tash 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 Tash, 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 Tash surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Tash 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, Tash 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 Tash is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Tash, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Tash has its origins in England, dating back to the early Middle Ages. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English word "tasca," meaning "task" or "work assignment." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who performed a specific task or held a particular occupation.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Tash can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it appears as "Tasca." This historical document, commissioned by William the Conqueror, was a comprehensive survey of landowners and their properties across England.
During the medieval period, the surname Tash was predominantly found in the counties of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. In these regions, the name was often associated with local place names, such as Tash Meadow and Tash Croft, which further reinforces its connection to work assignments or tasks.
One notable figure bearing the surname Tash was Sir John Tash, a prominent landowner and knight who lived in the 13th century. Records indicate that he was granted land in Oxfordshire by King Henry III in recognition of his military service.
Another historical figure was Robert Tash, a merchant and trader who lived in London during the 15th century. He is mentioned in various trade records and guild documents, suggesting his involvement in the city's thriving commercial activities.
In the 16th century, the surname Tash appeared in the parish records of St. Mary's Church in Buckingham, where William Tash (1532-1602) and his family were listed as residents. William Tash was a respected member of the local community and served as a church warden for several years.
The name Tash also found its way into literature, with a character named Thomas Tash appearing in the 17th-century play "The London Prodigal" by William Shakespeare and Thomas Dekker. Although a minor character, his inclusion reflects the prevalence of the surname during that time period.
Another notable individual was Sir Edward Tash (1678-1745), a member of the landed gentry in Oxfordshire. He served as a magistrate and was actively involved in local politics, holding various positions within the county administration.
Over the centuries, the spelling of the surname has undergone some variations, including Tash, Tashe, Tasch, and Tache. However, the core meaning and origin of the name have remained consistent, tracing back to its Old English roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Tash 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 47 Tashs recorded in 1881 and an index of 46.78x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Shipdham in Norfolk leads with 19 Tashs recorded in 1881 and an index of 5588.24x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Shipdham | 19 | 5588.24x |
| Necton | 10 | 5555.56x |
| Walsoken | 8 | 1333.33x |
| Middlesbrough | 6 | 71.17x |
| Flitcham Cum Appleton | 4 | 4000.00x |
| Kirkley | 4 | 597.01x |
| Mile End Old Town | 4 | 38.76x |
| Chester Holy Trinity | 2 | 294.12x |
| Chiswick | 2 | 56.02x |
| Wiggenhall St Mary | 2 | 1250.00x |
| Beeston With Bittering | 1 | 909.09x |
| Edwinstowe | 1 | 476.19x |
| Hanwell | 1 | 86.21x |
| Hardingham | 1 | 833.33x |
| Norwich St Peter | 1 | 151.52x |
| Swaffham | 1 | 121.95x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Tash 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 Tash 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 Tash households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 18 |
| Farm Laborer | 3 |
| Farmers Daur | 2 |
| Farmers Wife | 2 |
| Servant (Dom) | 2 |
| Ag Lab | 1 |
| Ag Labourer | 1 |
| Brass Founders Office Boy | 1 |
| Brewer | 1 |
| Bricklayers Labourer | 1 |
| Carpenter | 1 |
| Carpenter Unemployed | 1 |
| Cook Dom Servant | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Farm Servant | 1 |
| Farmer 37 Acres 1 Man | 1 |
| Farmer 75 Ac 2 Boys | 1 |
| Farmer 8 1/2 Acres | 1 |
| Gardener | 1 |
| Gardener Wife | 1 |
| General Domestic | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Servant Domestic | 1 |
| Labourer | 1 |
| Lithographer | 1 |
| Lodging House Keeper | 1 |
| Nurse | 1 |
| Own Housework | 1 |
| Shepherd | 1 |
| Stock Brokers Clerk | 1 |
| Wash Woman | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 67 people were recorded with the Tash surname. That placed it at #24,104 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 98 in 2016. That gives Tash a modern rank of #31,470.
An ethnic surname of Albanian origin meaning "kite" or "falcon".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Tash 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.