NameCensus.

UK surname

Vinci

Italian occupational surname referring to a person from Vinci or a descendant of a person named Vincenzo.

In the 1881 census there were 9 people recorded with the Vinci surname, ranking it #32,416 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 105, ranked #30,114, up from #32,416 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Broxbourne, Medway and Kettering.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Vinci is 106 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 1066.7%.

1881 census count

9

Ranked #32,416

Modern count

105

2016, ranked #30,114

Peak year

2014

106 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Vinci had 9 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,416 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016, ranked #30,114.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 9 in 1881.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Vinci surname distribution map

The map shows where the Vinci surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Vinci surname density by area, 2016 modern.

Loading map
Lower densityMedium densityHigh density

Timeline

Back to top

Vinci over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1861 historical 2 #34,135
1881 historical 9 #32,416
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1901 historical 1 #34,548
1911 historical 2 #34,020
1997 modern 46 #33,077
1998 modern 56 #32,313
1999 modern 55 #32,561
2000 modern 63 #31,829
2001 modern 65 #31,501
2002 modern 70 #31,432
2003 modern 70 #31,486
2004 modern 70 #31,681
2005 modern 78 #31,058
2006 modern 82 #30,933
2007 modern 83 #31,183
2008 modern 79 #31,957
2009 modern 80 #32,277
2010 modern 86 #32,081
2011 modern 81 #32,558
2012 modern 99 #30,442
2013 modern 101 #30,591
2014 modern 106 #30,030
2015 modern 103 #30,444
2016 modern 105 #30,114

Geography

Back to top

Where Vincis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Broxbourne, Medway, Kettering and Kensington and Chelsea. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Broxbourne 012 Broxbourne
2 Broxbourne 002 Broxbourne
3 Medway 017 Medway
4 Kettering 010 Kettering
5 Kensington and Chelsea 017 Kensington and Chelsea

Forenames

Back to top

First names often paired with Vinci

These lists show first names that appear often with the Vinci surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

Back to top

Neighbourhood profile for Vinci

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Vinci, 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

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Vinci surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Vinci household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

Read profile summary

Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Vinci is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

Read profile summary

Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Vinci is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Vinci falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Vinci is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Vinci, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Vinci

The surname Vinci originated in Italy, specifically in the region of Tuscany. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "vincere," meaning "to conquer" or "to win." The name is also associated with the town of Vinci, located in the Tuscan province of Florence, where it likely originated as a toponymic surname, indicating a person's place of origin or residence.

The earliest known record of the surname Vinci dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in various documents and records from the region. One notable example is the Florentine tax records from the year 1298, which listed several individuals with the surname Vinci.

One of the most famous individuals with the surname Vinci is undoubtedly Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), the renowned Italian Renaissance polymath, artist, scientist, and inventor. Born in the town of Vinci, near Florence, he is considered one of the greatest painters of all time and is known for his iconic works such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.

Another notable figure with the surname Vinci was Guglielmo da Vinci (1240-1311), an Italian jurist and statesman who served as a judge and ambassador for the Republic of Florence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries.

In the 16th century, Battista da Vinci (1491-1537) was an Italian architect and engineer who worked on various projects in Florence, including the design and construction of the Fortezza da Basso, a massive fortification commissioned by the Medici family.

During the 17th century, Francesco da Vinci (1590-1670) was an Italian painter and architect who worked in Florence and Rome. He is known for his architectural designs and for his contributions to the Baroque style of painting.

Another notable figure was Tommaso da Vinci (1675-1742), an Italian composer and violinist who was active in the early 18th century and served as the maestro di cappella (chapel master) at various churches in Florence and Pisa.

While the surname Vinci has its roots in Italy, particularly in the Tuscan region, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to immigration and migration patterns. However, its rich history and connection to the town of Vinci and the legendary figure of Leonardo da Vinci remain an integral part of its legacy.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

Back to top

Vinci families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Vinci surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Hampshire leads with 4 Vincis recorded in 1881 and an index of 22.27x.

County Total Index
Hampshire 4 22.27x
Middlesex 4 4.56x
Worcestershire 1 8.73x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aldershot in Hampshire leads with 4 Vincis recorded in 1881 and an index of 666.67x.

Place Total Index
Aldershot 4 666.67x
St Andrew Holborn 4 1333.33x
Worcester St John 1 714.29x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Vinci surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Elizabeth 1
Hannah 1
Jane 1
Sarah 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Vinci surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
William 2
Francis 1
Frederick 1
George 1

Top occupations

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 Vinci households.

FAQ

Vinci surname: questions and answers

How common was the Vinci surname in 1881?

In 1881, 9 people were recorded with the Vinci surname. That placed it at #32,416 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Vinci surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016. That gives Vinci a modern rank of #30,114.

What does the Vinci surname mean?

Italian occupational surname referring to a person from Vinci or a descendant of a person named Vincenzo.

What does the Vinci map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Vinci bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

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.