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UK surname

Bansil

A surname of Indian origin denoting descendancy from the Banjara gypsy tribe.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Gravesham, Greenwich and Bexley.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Bansil is 128 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

114

2016, ranked #28,515

Peak year

2011

128 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 114 in 2016, ranked #28,515.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 6 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Suburban Professionals.

Bansil surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Bansil surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Bansil 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 4 #33,628
1891 historical 6 #33,800
1997 modern 76 #29,997
1998 modern 79 #30,080
1999 modern 92 #28,833
2000 modern 86 #29,484
2001 modern 86 #29,281
2002 modern 93 #28,920
2003 modern 96 #28,381
2004 modern 102 #27,637
2005 modern 105 #27,203
2006 modern 103 #27,785
2007 modern 104 #28,020
2008 modern 113 #26,920
2009 modern 120 #26,496
2010 modern 123 #26,728
2011 modern 128 #25,793
2012 modern 117 #27,394
2013 modern 116 #27,992
2014 modern 116 #28,253
2015 modern 114 #28,478
2016 modern 114 #28,515

Geography

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Where Bansils 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 Gravesham, Greenwich, Bexley and Ealing. 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 Gravesham 005 Gravesham
2 Greenwich 002 Greenwich
3 Greenwich 007 Greenwich
4 Bexley 006 Bexley
5 Ealing 037 Ealing

Forenames

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First names often paired with Bansil

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

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

Suburban Professionals

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

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Group profile

Employment in this Group is typically in managerial and professional occupations, and education to degree level is common. Residents are typically of working age, many of whom identify with an Indian ethnicity. Households are unlikely to be of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities, and English is not the main language used in some households. This Group is found on the outskirts of most conurbations as well as in the suburbs of some free-standing towns.

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

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Bansil 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

Bansil is most concentrated in decile 9 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

Bansil falls in decile 10 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.

10
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Bansil 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.

7
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Bansil

The surname Bansil is of Indian origin, believed to have originated in the northern regions of the country during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "vansila," which means "bamboo worker" or "one who works with bamboo." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have been artisans or craftsmen involved in the production of bamboo products.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Bansil surname can be found in historical records from the 16th century, where it appears as "Banseel" in a document from the Mughal Empire. This variation in spelling was not uncommon during that time, as standardized spellings were not yet established.

During the 17th century, the name Bansil was also associated with several notable individuals. One such person was Ravi Bansil, a renowned poet and philosopher who lived in the city of Agra during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. His works explored themes of spirituality, love, and the human condition.

In the 18th century, the Bansil surname gained further prominence with the rise of Govind Bansil, a prominent landowner and trader in the region of Punjab. He was known for his successful business ventures and philanthropic efforts, contributing to the establishment of several educational institutions in his local community.

As the British colonial era dawned in India, the Bansil name continued to be associated with scholars and intellectuals. One notable figure was Sahib Bansil, born in 1812, who was a respected linguist and translator. He played a crucial role in the translation of ancient Sanskrit texts into English, facilitating the exchange of knowledge between cultures.

Another significant individual with the Bansil surname was Rani Bansil, born in 1867, who was a pioneering social reformer and advocate for women's rights. She campaigned tirelessly for the education of girls and the abolition of regressive practices, leaving a lasting impact on the Indian feminist movement.

Throughout history, the Bansil surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, reflecting the rich cultural diversity of India. While the origins of this name can be traced back to the medieval era, its legacy continues to thrive, with many notable bearers contributing to the progress and development of their respective fields.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Bansil surname: questions and answers

How common is the Bansil surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 114 in 2016. That gives Bansil a modern rank of #28,515.

What does the Bansil surname mean?

A surname of Indian origin denoting descendancy from the Banjara gypsy tribe.

What does the Bansil map show?

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