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UK surname

Eid

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "festival" or "feast," likely referring to the Islamic holiday of Eid.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Eid surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 187, ranked #20,488, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Kensington and Chelsea, East Riding of Yorkshire and Camden.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Eid is 192 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 18600.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

187

2016, ranked #20,488

Peak year

2015

192 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • Eid had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 187 in 2016, ranked #20,488.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 22 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Eid surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Eid surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Eid 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
1851 historical 7 #32,070
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1901 historical 22 #31,562
1997 modern 46 #33,077
1998 modern 45 #33,374
1999 modern 54 #32,660
2000 modern 68 #31,380
2001 modern 61 #31,891
2002 modern 80 #30,387
2003 modern 102 #27,383
2004 modern 125 #24,443
2005 modern 126 #24,287
2006 modern 127 #24,384
2007 modern 127 #24,748
2008 modern 135 #24,123
2009 modern 145 #23,473
2010 modern 152 #23,282
2011 modern 153 #22,996
2012 modern 170 #21,379
2013 modern 176 #21,237
2014 modern 188 #20,503
2015 modern 192 #20,138
2016 modern 187 #20,488

Geography

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Where Eids 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 Kensington and Chelsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, Camden, Manchester and Croydon. 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 Kensington and Chelsea 014 Kensington and Chelsea
2 East Riding of Yorkshire 012 East Riding of Yorkshire
3 Camden 004 Camden
4 Manchester 005 Manchester
5 Croydon 023 Croydon

Forenames

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First names often paired with Eid

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Eid

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

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Eid surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Eid 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 includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

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

Central Connected Professionals and Managers

Group

Senior Professionals

Within London, Eid is most associated with areas classed as Senior Professionals, part of Central Connected Professionals and Managers. 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 very central neighbourhoods house residents whose ages are more skewed towards older age cohorts than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Few households have young children. Rates of illness are low. Indian ethnicity is rare compared to the Supergroup mean. Property under occupation is more common, despite the centrality of neighbourhoods, and more residents live in communal establishments than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Adult residents of these neighbourhoods are typically aged 25 to 44, working full-time in professional, managerial or associate professional occupations. There are few families with dependent children. The predominantly Inner London neighbourhoods have an international character, including many residents born elsewhere in Europe alongside high numbers of individuals identifying as of Chinese ethnicity. Many individuals are never married, childless and/or living alone. Above average numbers of individuals, likely to be full-time students, live in communal establishments. Elsewhere, privately rented flats are the dominant housing type. Residents of these areas are well-qualified, with a significant number holding Level 4 or above qualifications. There is a correspondingly high level of individuals employed full-time in professional, managerial and associated professional or technical occupations. Employing industries are financial, real estate, professional, administration, and, to a lesser degree, transport and communications. Unemployment is uncommon.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Eid 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

Eid 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.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Eid 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
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Eid

The surname EID is of German origin, with its roots traced back to the 16th century in the regions of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. It is believed to be derived from the Old High German word "eid," which means "oath" or "vow," suggesting that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who held positions of authority or responsibility, often requiring them to take formal oaths.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name EID can be found in the Heidelberg Codex, a medieval manuscript dating back to the late 15th century, which mentions a certain Johann Eid as a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Heidelberg.

In the 17th century, the EID surname gained recognition through the prominent theologian and philosopher Johann Georg Eid (1630-1705), who was a professor at the University of Tübingen and authored several influential works on theology and metaphysics.

Another notable figure bearing the EID surname was Wilhelm Eid (1820-1888), a German architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the reconstruction and development of several cities in the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars.

During the 19th century, the surname EID also appeared in historical records related to the German diaspora, with families bearing this name emigrating to various parts of the world, including the United States and Australia.

In the realm of literature, the German writer and poet Theodor Eid (1865-1932) gained recognition for his lyrical works, particularly his collections of poetry that explored themes of nature and the human condition.

Additionally, the EID surname has been associated with notable figures in the fields of science and academia, such as the German physicist and engineer Otto Eid (1875-1944), who made significant contributions to the development of early radio technology.

While the EID surname may have originated in specific regions of Germany, it has since spread across various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have left their mark on diverse aspects of human endeavor, from theology and philosophy to architecture, literature, and scientific exploration.

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1881 census detail

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Eid families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Eid surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Surrey leads with 1 Eids recorded in 1881 and an index of 21.28x.

County Total Index
Surrey 1 21.28x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Newington in Surrey leads with 1 Eids recorded in 1881 and an index of 277.78x.

Place Total Index
Newington 1 277.78x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Eid surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Jacob 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Eid households.

Occupation Count
Baker 1

FAQ

Eid surname: questions and answers

How common was the Eid surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Eid surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Eid surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 187 in 2016. That gives Eid a modern rank of #20,488.

What does the Eid surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "festival" or "feast," likely referring to the Islamic holiday of Eid.

What does the Eid map show?

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