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UK surname

Weinberger

A German occupational surname referring to a grape grower or winemaker, derived from the words "wein" (wine) and "berg" (hill).

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hackney and Salford.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Weinberger is 105 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

105

2016, ranked #30,114

Peak year

2016

105 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016, ranked #30,114.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 22 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Weinberger surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Weinberger surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Weinberger 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
1891 historical 5 #33,939
1901 historical 16 #32,260
1911 historical 22 #31,030
1997 modern 48 #32,878
1998 modern 54 #32,518
1999 modern 60 #32,078
2000 modern 62 #31,939
2001 modern 61 #31,891
2002 modern 61 #32,286
2003 modern 62 #32,258
2004 modern 65 #32,177
2005 modern 73 #31,616
2006 modern 72 #32,059
2007 modern 74 #32,190
2008 modern 72 #32,656
2009 modern 78 #32,471
2010 modern 80 #32,670
2011 modern 78 #32,819
2012 modern 92 #31,528
2013 modern 94 #31,656
2014 modern 100 #31,033
2015 modern 104 #30,269
2016 modern 105 #30,114

Geography

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Where Weinbergers 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 Hackney and Salford. 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 Hackney 004 Hackney
2 Hackney 003 Hackney
3 Hackney 029 Hackney
4 Salford 016 Salford
5 Hackney 008 Hackney

Forenames

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First names often paired with Weinberger

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Weinberger

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Weinberger, 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 Weinberger surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Weinberger household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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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

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Weinberger is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction 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.

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Group profile

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

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

Weinberger 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.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Weinberger falls in decile 4 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.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Weinberger is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 mbit/s.

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

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Weinberger

The surname "WEINBERGER" is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. This name is derived from the German words "wein" (wine) and "berg" (hill), indicating that the earliest bearers of this name were likely involved in viticulture or resided near vineyards.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "WEINBERGER" can be found in the town records of Freiburg im Breisgau, a city in southwestern Germany, dating back to the 14th century. These records mention a certain Johannes Weinberger, a prominent wine merchant who owned several vineyards in the region.

During the 15th century, the name "WEINBERGER" appeared in various historical documents across different parts of Germany, including Bavaria and Saxony. In some regions, the name was also spelled as "Weinbergher" or "Weinberger," reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and orthography.

As the name suggests, many individuals bearing the surname "WEINBERGER" were associated with wine production and trade. One notable figure was Konrad Weinberger (1470-1543), a renowned winemaker from the town of Rüdesheim am Rhein, who was credited with developing innovative techniques for cultivating and processing grapes.

In the 16th century, the name "WEINBERGER" spread beyond Germany as a result of migration and trade. Records from this period mention a merchant named Hans Weinberger (1525-1595) who established a successful wine trading business in the Netherlands, importing German wines to Amsterdam and other Dutch cities.

Another prominent individual with the surname "WEINBERGER" was Johann Michael Weinberger (1694-1768), a German composer and organist who served as the Kapellmeister (music director) at the court of the Prince-Bishop of Würzburg.

As time passed, the name "WEINBERGER" became more widespread, with bearers of this surname settling in various parts of Europe and eventually migrating to other continents. While the name retains its strong association with its German roots, it has also gained a global presence, reflecting the diverse paths taken by individuals and families throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Weinberger surname: questions and answers

How common is the Weinberger surname today?

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

What does the Weinberger surname mean?

A German occupational surname referring to a grape grower or winemaker, derived from the words "wein" (wine) and "berg" (hill).

What does the Weinberger map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Weinberger 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.