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UK surname

Amini

A surname of Persian origin meaning "trustworthy" or "reliable".

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Amini is 461 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

461

2016, ranked #10,625

Peak year

2016

461 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 461 in 2016, ranked #10,625.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Amini surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Amini surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Amini 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
1997 modern 128 #23,238
1998 modern 137 #22,922
1999 modern 151 #21,740
2000 modern 170 #20,120
2001 modern 162 #20,460
2002 modern 186 #19,150
2003 modern 211 #17,513
2004 modern 229 #16,684
2005 modern 238 #16,198
2006 modern 264 #15,170
2007 modern 284 #14,548
2008 modern 301 #14,107
2009 modern 340 #13,244
2010 modern 391 #12,207
2011 modern 406 #11,730
2012 modern 429 #11,078
2013 modern 443 #10,968
2014 modern 457 #10,767
2015 modern 457 #10,695
2016 modern 461 #10,625

Geography

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Where Aminis 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 Bradford and Kirklees. 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 Bradford 039 Bradford
2 Bradford 042 Bradford
3 Bradford 034 Bradford
4 Kirklees 031 Kirklees
5 Bradford 030 Bradford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Amini

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Amini

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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students

Nationally, the Amini surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Amini household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Married couples with dependent children are common in this Group, with many parents born in Africa or the EU. The representation of residents amongst different ethnic minority groups is high, particularly for individuals of Pakistani ethnic group. For many residents, English is not their main language, and affiliation to Christian religions is less common. Privately rented terrace properties predominate and levels of overcrowding are high. Part time work is common, with many employed in elementary occupations and sales and customer services. There are also many students living within these areas, and overall unemployment levels are high.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Amini is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, part of Suburban Asian Communities. 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 residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Amini 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

Amini falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more 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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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Amini 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.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Amini

The surname Amini has its origins in Iran, where it is believed to have emerged in the 15th century. It is derived from the Persian word "amin," which means "trustworthy" or "reliable." The name was likely initially given as a descriptive title to individuals who were considered trustworthy or held positions of trust within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Amini can be found in the historical chronicles of the Safavid Dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1501 to 1736. These chronicles mention an individual named Amini who served as a trusted advisor to Shah Abbas I, one of the most influential rulers of the dynasty.

During the Qajar Dynasty, which ruled Iran from 1789 to 1925, the name Amini became more widespread. Several prominent figures bore this surname, including Mirza Mohammad Khan Amini, a renowned poet and calligrapher who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

In the 20th century, the name Amini gained further recognition with individuals such as Amir Hossein Amini (1897-1978), an Iranian politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Iran from 1961 to 1962. Another notable figure was Sadegh Amini (1909-1985), an Iranian artist and painter known for his contributions to the modern art movement in Iran.

Outside of Iran, the name Amini can be found among Iranian diaspora communities around the world. For example, Anousheh Ansari (née Amini, born 1966) is an Iranian-American engineer and entrepreneur who became the first female space tourist in 2006.

It is worth noting that the name Amini has also been associated with various places in Iran. For instance, the village of Amini in the province of Mazandaran is believed to have derived its name from the surname, indicating a historical presence of individuals bearing this name in the region.

Throughout history, the surname Amini has carried a connotation of trustworthiness and reliability, reflecting the original meaning of the word from which it is derived. While the name has its roots in Iran, it has since spread across the globe, carried by individuals of Iranian descent who have made significant contributions in various fields.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Amini surname: questions and answers

How common is the Amini surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 461 in 2016. That gives Amini a modern rank of #10,625.

What does the Amini surname mean?

A surname of Persian origin meaning "trustworthy" or "reliable".

What does the Amini map show?

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