NameCensus.

UK surname

Ebrahimi

An Iranian surname derived from the Arabic name Ibrahim, meaning "father of many".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hammersmith and Fulham, Stoke-on-Trent and Brighton and Hove.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ebrahimi is 172 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

172

2016, ranked #21,648

Peak year

2016

172 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 172 in 2016, ranked #21,648.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Ebrahimi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Ebrahimi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

Loading map
Lower densityMedium densityHigh density

Timeline

Back to top

Ebrahimi 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 44 #33,275
1998 modern 40 #33,856
1999 modern 51 #32,940
2000 modern 47 #33,358
2001 modern 47 #33,219
2002 modern 58 #32,564
2003 modern 75 #30,994
2004 modern 77 #31,024
2005 modern 82 #30,617
2006 modern 90 #29,893
2007 modern 99 #28,852
2008 modern 109 #27,533
2009 modern 128 #25,427
2010 modern 142 #24,352
2011 modern 148 #23,520
2012 modern 156 #22,645
2013 modern 164 #22,236
2014 modern 169 #22,006
2015 modern 170 #21,800
2016 modern 172 #21,648

Geography

Back to top

Where Ebrahimis 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 Hammersmith and Fulham, Stoke-on-Trent, Brighton and Hove and Barnet. 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 Hammersmith and Fulham 012 Hammersmith and Fulham
2 Stoke-on-Trent 025 Stoke-on-Trent
3 Brighton and Hove 026 Brighton and Hove
4 Barnet 006 Barnet
5 Barnet 027 Barnet

Forenames

Back to top

First names often paired with Ebrahimi

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Modern profile

Back to top

Neighbourhood profile for Ebrahimi

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Ethnically Diverse Young Families

Nationally, the Ebrahimi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Ebrahimi household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

Read profile summary

Group profile

This Group includes many younger parents born overseas (particularly in Africa or EU countries) with children aged 0-4. Individuals identifying as of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities are also common. English may not be the primary language spoken. Accommodation consists principally of flats, and many properties are socially rented and/or overcrowded. Students are also present, unemployment is common, and other adults tend to work in low skilled jobs.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Ebrahimi is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Pockets, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

Read profile summary

Group profile

Found in pockets across London, residents are less likely to live in private sector rentals and fewer adults are students. Fewer individuals work in transport and communications occupations relative to the Supergroup average. More individuals identify as Black and were born in Africa.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Ebrahimi 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Ebrahimi falls in decile 2 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.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Ebrahimi 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.

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Ebrahimi

The surname Ebrahimi is of Persian origin, originating from Iran during the medieval period. It is a patronymic surname derived from the Arabic name Ibrahim, which is the Arabic form of the biblical name Abraham. The name Ebrahimi translates to "of or belonging to Ibrahim".

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Ebrahimi can be traced back to the 11th century, when it appeared in various Persian manuscripts and historical records. The name was particularly prevalent in the regions of Isfahan, Shiraz, and Tabriz, where it was commonly used by families with ties to these cities.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname Ebrahimi was Abu Ishaq Ibrahim ibn Muhammad al-Ebrahimi (c. 1058 - 1144), a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer from Isfahan. He made significant contributions to the fields of algebra and trigonometry, and his works were widely studied throughout the Islamic world.

Another notable figure with the surname Ebrahimi was Mirza Ebrahim Khan Ebrahimi (1786 - 1845), a prominent Iranian statesman and military commander during the Qajar dynasty. He served as the governor of several provinces and played a crucial role in the military campaigns against Russian forces in the early 19th century.

In the literary realm, Ebrahim Golestan (1922 - 2022) was a celebrated Iranian writer, filmmaker, and painter. His works, including novels and short stories, explored themes of social injustice and the human condition. Golestan's contributions to Iranian literature and cinema earned him numerous accolades and international recognition.

Ebrahim Poordavoud (1938 - 2022) was an influential Iranian scholar and historian, known for his extensive research on the history and culture of Iran. His works shed light on various aspects of Persian civilization, including literature, art, and religion, and are widely cited by academics and researchers.

Ebrahim Nabavi (1857 - 1924) was a prominent Iranian mystic and Sufi teacher, known for his spiritual teachings and poetry. He founded the Nabavieh Sufi order and attracted a large following of disciples who sought spiritual guidance and enlightenment.

Throughout history, the surname Ebrahimi has been associated with various place names and older spellings, reflecting its Persian roots. For example, the city of Isfahan was historically referred to as Isfahān, and the name Ebrahimi may have been spelled as Ebrahimi or Ebrahimi in older records.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Ebrahimi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Ebrahimi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 172 in 2016. That gives Ebrahimi a modern rank of #21,648.

What does the Ebrahimi surname mean?

An Iranian surname derived from the Arabic name Ibrahim, meaning "father of many".

What does the Ebrahimi map show?

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