UK surname
A surname derived from a place name in Cornwall, England.
In the 1881 census there were 138 people recorded with the Trenery surname, ranking it #16,292 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 41, ranked #35,388, down from #16,292 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Sennen, Redruth and Phillack. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Trenery is 153 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 70.3%.
1881 census count
138
Ranked #16,292
Modern count
41
2016, ranked #35,388
Peak year
1901
153 bearers
Map years
5
1851 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Trenery surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Trenery 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 | 107 | #16,402 |
| 1861 | historical | 68 | #25,196 |
| 1881 | historical | 138 | #16,292 |
| 1891 | historical | 124 | #20,818 |
| 1901 | historical | 153 | #17,844 |
| 1911 | historical | 124 | #20,023 |
| 1997 | modern | 44 | #33,275 |
| 1998 | modern | 45 | #33,374 |
| 1999 | modern | 44 | #33,601 |
| 2000 | modern | 41 | #33,889 |
| 2001 | modern | 41 | #33,753 |
| 2002 | modern | 41 | #34,032 |
| 2003 | modern | 44 | #33,875 |
| 2004 | modern | 44 | #34,053 |
| 2005 | modern | 38 | #34,741 |
| 2006 | modern | 38 | #35,003 |
| 2007 | modern | 36 | #35,278 |
| 2008 | modern | 42 | #34,994 |
| 2009 | modern | 42 | #35,148 |
| 2010 | modern | 46 | #35,062 |
| 2011 | modern | 42 | #35,283 |
| 2012 | modern | 40 | #35,369 |
| 2013 | modern | 42 | #35,325 |
| 2014 | modern | 44 | #35,241 |
| 2015 | modern | 45 | #35,161 |
| 2016 | modern | 41 | #35,388 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Sennen, Redruth, Phillack, London parishes and Gluvias. 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 | Sennen | Cornwall |
| 2 | Redruth | Cornwall |
| 3 | Phillack | Cornwall |
| 4 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 5 | Gluvias | Cornwall |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Trenery 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 Trenery, 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 Trenery surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Trenery 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, Trenery 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 Trenery is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Trenery, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Trenery has its origins in Cornwall, England, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Cornish word "tren," meaning a homestead or farm, and the suffix "-er," which denotes a person associated with a particular place or occupation. Thus, the name Trenery likely referred to someone who lived or worked on a farm or homestead.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Trenery can be found in the Cornish parish records of the late 1500s. The name was particularly concentrated in the Cornish parishes of Gwennap and Stithians, where families bearing this surname were well-established.
In the 17th century, the Trenery surname appeared in various legal documents and records, such as the Protestation Returns of 1641-1642, which recorded those who swore allegiance to the Protestant religion. Several individuals with the name Trenery were listed in these returns, indicating their presence in Cornwall during that period.
Notably, the Trenery surname has been associated with notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was John Trenery (1662-1728), a wealthy merchant and landowner from Gwennap, Cornwall. He is remembered for his philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of a charity school in his hometown.
Another prominent individual with the Trenery surname was William Trenery (1766-1842), a Cornish mining engineer and surveyor. He was actively involved in the development of Cornwall's mining industry and contributed to the advancement of mining techniques during the Industrial Revolution.
In the 19th century, the Trenery name gained further recognition with the birth of William Trenery (1831-1907), a British artist and portraitist. He is best known for his paintings depicting scenes from Cornish life and landscapes.
The Trenery surname has also been linked to place names in Cornwall. For instance, the hamlet of Trenere near Helston is believed to have derived its name from the surname, reflecting the connection between the name and the local geography.
Throughout its history, the Trenery surname has maintained a strong association with its Cornish roots, reflecting the enduring legacy of this ancient name and its connection to the region's rich cultural and industrial heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Trenery 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. Cornwall leads with 47 Trenerys recorded in 1881 and an index of 31.07x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall | 47 | 31.07x |
| Devon | 19 | 6.83x |
| Durham | 15 | 3.77x |
| Lancashire | 12 | 0.76x |
| Northumberland | 11 | 5.53x |
| Lincolnshire | 8 | 3.74x |
| Surrey | 8 | 1.23x |
| Yorkshire | 7 | 0.53x |
| Essex | 4 | 1.52x |
| Middlesex | 2 | 0.15x |
| Berkshire | 1 | 1.00x |
| Gloucestershire | 1 | 0.38x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 0.37x |
| Nottinghamshire | 1 | 0.56x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. North Bedburn in Durham leads with 14 Trenerys recorded in 1881 and an index of 1261.26x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| North Bedburn | 14 | 1261.26x |
| St Gluvias Penryn | 10 | 826.45x |
| Everton | 9 | 17.81x |
| Heaton | 9 | 1363.64x |
| Sennen | 9 | 2727.27x |
| Redruth | 8 | 186.92x |
| St Peterat Gowts Lincoln | 8 | 265.78x |
| Rotherhithe | 7 | 42.40x |
| Stoke Damerel | 7 | 35.95x |
| Tavistock | 7 | 220.82x |
| Plymouth St Andrew | 5 | 23.33x |
| Budock | 4 | 350.88x |
| Ecclesall Bierlow | 4 | 14.85x |
| Leyton Low | 4 | 74.63x |
| Scilly Islands St Agnes | 4 | 5714.29x |
| St Just In Penwith | 4 | 136.05x |
| Phillack | 3 | 153.85x |
| Skinningrove | 3 | 370.37x |
| Toxteth Park | 3 | 5.59x |
| Elswick | 2 | 12.60x |
| Enfield | 2 | 22.81x |
| Bodmin | 1 | 40.00x |
| Cury | 1 | 500.00x |
| Hawton | 1 | 769.23x |
| Madron Penzance | 1 | 18.18x |
| Newington | 1 | 2.03x |
| Newlyn | 1 | 153.85x |
| Portsmouth | 1 | 15.85x |
| Shildon | 1 | 31.35x |
| Truro St Mary | 1 | 78.74x |
| Wantage | 1 | 62.50x |
| Westbury On Trym | 1 | 11.26x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Trenery surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Mary | 9 |
| Sarah | 6 |
| Emily | 4 |
| Caroline | 3 |
| Edith | 3 |
| Elizabeth | 3 |
| Grace | 3 |
| Susan | 3 |
| Ada | 2 |
| Bessie | 2 |
| Charlotte | 2 |
| Emma | 2 |
| Florence | 2 |
| Jane | 2 |
| Margaret | 2 |
| Minnie | 2 |
| Alice | 1 |
| Annie | 1 |
| Bertha | 1 |
| Betsy | 1 |
| Christiania | 1 |
| Clara | 1 |
| Clare | 1 |
| Eleanor | 1 |
| Elizth.B. | 1 |
| Ellen | 1 |
| Elsie | 1 |
| Fanny | 1 |
| Henrietta | 1 |
| Isabella | 1 |
| Janie | 1 |
| Jemima | 1 |
| Jessie | 1 |
| Louisa | 1 |
| Maria | 1 |
| Maud | 1 |
| Rosena | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Trenery 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 Trenery households.
FAQ
In 1881, 138 people were recorded with the Trenery surname. That placed it at #16,292 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 41 in 2016. That gives Trenery a modern rank of #35,388.
A surname derived from a place name in Cornwall, England.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Trenery 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.