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UK surname

Anjum

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "star" or "celestial body".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Rochdale, Newham and Manchester.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Anjum is 1,149 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

1,149

2016, ranked #5,136

Peak year

2016

1,149 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,149 in 2016, ranked #5,136.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 4 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Anjum surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Anjum surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Anjum 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 4 #34,098
1997 modern 257 #14,989
1998 modern 310 #13,578
1999 modern 346 #12,726
2000 modern 371 #12,052
2001 modern 372 #11,855
2002 modern 456 #10,336
2003 modern 513 #9,314
2004 modern 586 #8,487
2005 modern 626 #8,008
2006 modern 679 #7,549
2007 modern 764 #6,952
2008 modern 815 #6,640
2009 modern 884 #6,356
2010 modern 953 #6,106
2011 modern 985 #5,888
2012 modern 1,045 #5,519
2013 modern 1,076 #5,484
2014 modern 1,114 #5,337
2015 modern 1,123 #5,262
2016 modern 1,149 #5,136

Geography

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Where Anjums 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 Rochdale, Newham, Manchester and Oldham. 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 Rochdale 015 Rochdale
2 Newham 011 Newham
3 Manchester 027 Manchester
4 Rochdale 010 Rochdale
5 Oldham 035 Oldham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Anjum

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Anjum

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

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Anjum is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, 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 households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

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

Anjum 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

Anjum 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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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Anjum 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 Anjum, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Anjum

The surname Anjum has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East. The name is derived from the Arabic word "anjum," which means "stars" or "celestial bodies." This suggests that the name may have been given to families or individuals who were associated with astronomy, astrology, or celestial studies in ancient times.

Anjum is commonly found in parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in areas with a significant Muslim population. It is speculated that the name was brought to the region by Arab traders and scholars who traveled to India during the medieval period, spreading their knowledge and influence across various parts of the subcontinent.

While there are no definitive historical records of the earliest use of the surname Anjum, it is likely that it emerged during the Islamic Golden Age, which spanned from the 8th to the 13th century. This period witnessed a flourishing of scientific and cultural advancements in the Arab world, including significant contributions to the field of astronomy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Anjum can be found in the works of the renowned Persian poet and scholar, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi (1207-1273). In his poetic masterpiece, the Masnavi, Rumi refers to the celestial bodies and stars, which may have been a reference to individuals with the surname Anjum.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the surname Anjum, including:

1. Mirza Anjum (1831-1897), an Urdu poet and writer from Delhi, India. 2. Anjum Shahid (1941-1975), a Pakistani playwright and screenwriter known for his contributions to Pakistani television and cinema. 3. Anjum Niaz (born 1950), a Pakistani novelist and short story writer, known for her works exploring the lives of women in Pakistan. 4. Anjum Rajabali (born 1963), an Indian screenwriter and lyricist who has worked on several Bollywood films. 5. Anjum Anand (born 1972), a British Indian chef, author, and television personality known for popularizing Indian cuisine in the United Kingdom.

While the surname Anjum may have originated from Arabic roots, it has become a part of the diverse cultural tapestry of various regions, particularly in South Asia, where it has been carried by individuals from different backgrounds and professions.

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FAQ

Anjum surname: questions and answers

How common is the Anjum surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,149 in 2016. That gives Anjum a modern rank of #5,136.

What does the Anjum surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "star" or "celestial body".

What does the Anjum map show?

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