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UK surname

Bagheri

A Persian surname meaning gardener or someone from the village of Bagh.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Blackburn with Darwen, Leicester and Barnet.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bagheri is 101 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

101

2016, ranked #30,929

Peak year

2016

101 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016, ranked #30,929.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Bagheri surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Bagheri surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Bagheri 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 1 #34,435
1997 modern 27 #35,016
1998 modern 27 #35,148
1999 modern 30 #34,939
2000 modern 28 #35,080
2001 modern 28 #34,936
2002 modern 39 #34,219
2003 modern 48 #33,533
2004 modern 48 #33,742
2005 modern 51 #33,701
2006 modern 52 #33,923
2007 modern 53 #34,115
2008 modern 60 #33,743
2009 modern 65 #33,611
2010 modern 78 #32,848
2011 modern 72 #33,323
2012 modern 82 #32,701
2013 modern 87 #32,472
2014 modern 91 #32,219
2015 modern 92 #32,075
2016 modern 101 #30,929

Geography

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Where Bagheris 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 Blackburn with Darwen, Leicester, Barnet and East Riding of Yorkshire. 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 Blackburn with Darwen 001 Blackburn with Darwen
2 Leicester 008 Leicester
3 Barnet 040 Barnet
4 Blackburn with Darwen 005 Blackburn with Darwen
5 East Riding of Yorkshire 024 East Riding of Yorkshire

Forenames

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First names often paired with Bagheri

These lists show first names that appear often with the Bagheri 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 Bagheri

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

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Bagheri surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Bagheri 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

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, Bagheri 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

Bagheri 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

Bagheri falls in decile 3 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 Bagheri is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 40-50 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 Bagheri, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Bagheri

The surname Bagheri originated in Persia, now known as Iran, and can be traced back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "bagh," meaning garden, and "eri," which is a suffix indicating belonging or association. The name was likely given to individuals who worked in or lived near gardens or orchards.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Bagheri can be found in a manuscript from the Safavid Dynasty, which ruled Persia from 1501 to 1736. The manuscript, dated 1612, mentions a certain Mirza Ahmad Bagheri, who was a renowned calligrapher and artist.

During the Qajar Dynasty (1789-1925), the Bagheri family was prominent in the city of Isfahan, known for its beautiful Persian gardens and architecture. In the 19th century, a notable figure named Hossein Khan Bagheri served as a military commander under Naser al-Din Shah Qajar.

The name Bagheri has also been associated with various place names in Iran, such as Bagh-e Melli (National Garden) in Tehran and Bagh-e Fin (Fin Garden) in Kashan, both famous for their exquisite Persian gardens.

One of the most famous individuals bearing the surname Bagheri is Bijan Bagheri (1948-2020), an Iranian-American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is known for his critically acclaimed films such as "Sadegh Kordeh" (1987) and "The Gardener" (2012).

Another notable person with the surname Bagheri is Sohrab Bagheri (1920-1995), an Iranian painter and sculptor who significantly contributed to the modern art movement in Iran. His works can be found in various museums and private collections around the world.

In the field of literature, Reza Bagheri (born 1955) is a renowned Iranian poet and translator. He has published several collections of poetry and has received numerous awards for his literary works.

The surname Bagheri has also been prominent in the world of sports. Mehdi Bagheri (born 1976) is a former Iranian football player who represented the Iranian national team and played for various clubs in Iran and Europe.

Lastly, Amir Hossein Bagheri (born 1988) is a contemporary Iranian mathematician and professor at the University of Tehran. He has made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry and has been recognized with several prestigious awards and honors.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Bagheri surname: questions and answers

How common is the Bagheri surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016. That gives Bagheri a modern rank of #30,929.

What does the Bagheri surname mean?

A Persian surname meaning gardener or someone from the village of Bagh.

What does the Bagheri map show?

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