UK surname

Weisz

A German and Jewish surname meaning "white," referring to someone with very pale hair or complexion.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Weisz is 171 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

164

2016, ranked #22,314

Peak year

2014

171 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 164 in 2016, ranked #22,314.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 8 in 1911.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Outer Suburbs.

Map

Weisz surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Weisz surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Weisz 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
1851	historical	6	#32,278
1861	historical	5	#33,418
1891	historical	1	#34,674
1901	historical	3	#34,063
1911	historical	8	#32,903
1997	modern	102	#26,638
1998	modern	105	#26,822
1999	modern	116	#25,487
2000	modern	116	#25,452
2001	modern	110	#25,900
2002	modern	125	#24,492
2003	modern	144	#22,270
2004	modern	146	#22,202
2005	modern	140	#22,774
2006	modern	134	#23,590
2007	modern	137	#23,590
2008	modern	135	#24,123
2009	modern	149	#23,031
2010	modern	160	#22,487
2011	modern	158	#22,473
2012	modern	155	#22,762
2013	modern	162	#22,433
2014	modern	171	#21,812
2015	modern	170	#21,800
2016	modern	164	#22,314

Geography

Where Weisz' 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 Salford, Barnet and Hackney. 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	Salford 010	Salford
2	Barnet 037	Barnet
3	Hackney 008	Hackney
4	Hackney 029	Hackney
5	Barnet 034	Barnet

Forenames

First names often paired with Weisz

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Emma Esther Danielle Elizabeth Rachel Christina Judith Hannah Margaret Lili

Recent male names

David Richard Robert Alexander Joseph Nicholas Michael Daniel Moses Jonathan

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Weisz

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

Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals

Group

Outer Suburbs

Nationally, the Weisz surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Outer Suburbs, within Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals. This does not mean every Weisz household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods are found on the outer edges of many towns and cities. Many residents were born outside the UK. Indian ethnic group representation is high. There are high numbers of families with dependent children aged 5 to 14. Incidences of disability and of provision of unpaid care are low. Neighbourhoods provide a mix of detached housing and flats, and terraced housing is not uncommon. Levels of overcrowding are low and homeownership rates are high. Professional and managerial occupations are prevalent: unemployment is low and education to degree level is the norm.

Wider pattern

Those working within the managerial, professional and administrative occupations typically reflect a wide range of ethnic groups, and reside in detached or semi-detached housing. Their residential locations at the edges of cities and conurbations and car-based lifestyles are more characteristic of Supergroup membership than birthplace or participation in child-rearing. Houses are typically owner-occupied and marriage rates are lower than the national average. This Supergroup is found throughout suburban UK.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Weisz is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. 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 neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Weisz 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Weisz falls in decile 8 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

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

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Weisz 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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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate: White - Other

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

Origin

Meaning and origin of Weisz

The surname Weisz originated in the German-speaking regions of central Europe, likely in the late Middle Ages or early Renaissance period. It is derived from the German word "weiss," meaning "white," which may have been used to describe a person with light hair or a fair complexion. Alternatively, it could have referred to a person who worked with white materials or lived near a place with a name containing the word "weiss."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Weisz can be found in the German town of Weissenburg, which was mentioned in historical documents dating back to the 7th century. The town's name, which translates to "white castle," may have influenced the development of the surname Weisz in the surrounding areas.

In the 14th century, a German scholar named Johannes Weisz (c. 1300-1370) was known for his works on astronomy and astrology. His writings were influential in the intellectual circles of his time and helped to establish the Weisz name among the educated classes.

During the 16th century, a notable figure named Hans Weisz (c. 1520-1590) was a respected painter and woodcarver in the city of Nuremberg. His intricate religious artwork adorned many churches and cathedrals throughout southern Germany, and his legacy helped to spread the Weisz name further afield.

In the 18th century, a Hungarian nobleman named Mihály Weisz (1718-1785) played a significant role in the development of the country's wine industry. His innovative techniques and dedication to viticulture earned him widespread recognition, and his family's contributions to Hungarian winemaking continued for generations.

Another noteworthy individual was the Austrian composer and pianist Anton Weisz (1823-1890), whose works were highly regarded in the 19th century. His compositions, which included operas, symphonies, and chamber music, helped to cement the Weisz name in the annals of classical music.

As the centuries passed, the Weisz surname spread across Europe and beyond, with various spelling variations emerging, such as Weiss, Weiz, and Weis. Today, it remains a prominent surname in many countries, particularly in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and other parts of central and eastern Europe.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Weisz surname: questions and answers

How common is the Weisz surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 164 in 2016. That gives Weisz a modern rank of #22,314.

What does the Weisz surname mean?