UK surname

Chada

A toponymic surname indicating a point of origin from a place called Chada.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hounslow, Leicester and Redbridge.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Chada is 104 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

100

2016, ranked #31,123

Peak year

2010

104 bearers

Map years

2016 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 100 in 2016, ranked #31,123.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1861.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Outer Suburbs.

Map

Chada surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Chada surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Chada 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	3	#33,861
1901	historical	1	#34,548
1911	historical	1	#34,332
1997	modern	62	#31,412
1998	modern	57	#32,226
1999	modern	64	#31,692
2000	modern	58	#32,317
2001	modern	62	#31,798
2002	modern	64	#32,007
2003	modern	70	#31,486
2004	modern	78	#30,919
2005	modern	86	#30,094
2006	modern	91	#29,725
2007	modern	92	#29,929
2008	modern	92	#30,286
2009	modern	96	#30,239
2010	modern	104	#29,618
2011	modern	100	#30,058
2012	modern	101	#30,078
2013	modern	103	#30,235
2014	modern	101	#30,855
2015	modern	100	#31,005
2016	modern	100	#31,123

Geography

Where Chadas 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 Hounslow, Leicester, Redbridge, Camden and Charnwood. 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	Hounslow 016	Hounslow
2	Leicester 005	Leicester
3	Redbridge 019	Redbridge
4	Camden 009	Camden
5	Charnwood 016	Charnwood

Forenames

First names often paired with Chada

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Santosh Pamela Victoria Tina Lidia Asha Celestine Anita Neelam Simren

Recent male names

Raj Kailash Paul Jaspal Konrad David Kudzai Amit Krishan Sundeep

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Chada

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Chada, 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 Chada surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Outer Suburbs, within Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals. This does not mean every Chada 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

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Chada 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

Chada 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

Chada falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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 Chada 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: Unknown

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

Origin

Meaning and origin of Chada

The surname CHADA has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically from the northern regions of the country. The name can be traced back to the 8th century AD, and it is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Chadana," which means "to cover" or "to protect."

In ancient India, the CHADA surname was associated with individuals who belonged to the warrior class or the Kshatriya caste. They were known for their bravery and valor in protecting their communities from external threats. The name was often bestowed upon those who exhibited exceptional skills in battle and leadership qualities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CHADA surname can be found in the Prithviraj Raso, an epic poem composed in the 12th century AD. It mentions a warrior named Chada, who was a prominent figure in the court of the legendary Chauhan ruler, Prithviraj Chauhan. This historical reference suggests that the CHADA surname had already gained prominence by that time.

Throughout the centuries, the CHADA surname has been associated with several notable individuals. One such person was Raja Chada, a 16th-century ruler of the Rathore clan in Rajasthan. He was known for his military prowess and for his efforts in expanding the territories under his control.

Another prominent figure with the CHADA surname was Maharaja Chada Singh, who ruled over the princely state of Shekhawati in the 18th century. He was renowned for his patronage of arts and architecture, and many magnificent forts and palaces were constructed during his reign.

In the 19th century, Lala Chada Ram was a renowned poet and writer from Punjab. His works, written in the Punjabi language, explored themes of love, spirituality, and social commentary. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern Punjabi literature.

More recently, Dr. Chada Mohan Lal was a prominent Indian scientist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his exceptional work in scientific research.

The CHADA surname has also been associated with various place names, particularly in the northern regions of India. For example, the village of Chada-Charnan in Haryana is believed to have been named after individuals bearing this surname who settled in the area.

While the CHADA surname has its roots in India, it has also been adopted by individuals of Indian descent living in other parts of the world, such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. However, the surname remains most prevalent in its country of origin, where it continues to hold cultural and historical significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Chada surname: questions and answers

How common is the Chada surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 100 in 2016. That gives Chada a modern rank of #31,123.

What does the Chada surname mean?