UK surname
A surname referring to the Persian word for blush or cosmetic powder.
In the 1881 census there were 11 people recorded with the Fard surname, ranking it #32,081 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 88, ranked #32,396, down from #32,081 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Tunbridge, Bidborough, London parishes and St Dunstan Stepney. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Fard is 267 in 1891. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 700.0%.
1881 census count
11
Ranked #32,081
Modern count
88
2016, ranked #32,396
Peak year
1891
267 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Fard surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Fard surname density by area, 1891 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe 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 | 67 | #21,440 |
| 1861 | historical | 214 | #11,365 |
| 1881 | historical | 11 | #32,081 |
| 1891 | historical | 267 | #12,136 |
| 1901 | historical | 67 | #26,703 |
| 1911 | historical | 32 | #29,838 |
| 1997 | modern | 27 | #35,016 |
| 1998 | modern | 27 | #35,148 |
| 1999 | modern | 31 | #34,821 |
| 2000 | modern | 40 | #33,976 |
| 2001 | modern | 38 | #34,004 |
| 2002 | modern | 39 | #34,219 |
| 2003 | modern | 48 | #33,533 |
| 2004 | modern | 53 | #33,336 |
| 2005 | modern | 60 | #32,917 |
| 2006 | modern | 66 | #32,629 |
| 2007 | modern | 58 | #33,731 |
| 2008 | modern | 61 | #33,655 |
| 2009 | modern | 74 | #32,835 |
| 2010 | modern | 95 | #31,000 |
| 2011 | modern | 79 | #32,743 |
| 2012 | modern | 77 | #33,124 |
| 2013 | modern | 80 | #33,058 |
| 2014 | modern | 81 | #33,061 |
| 2015 | modern | 80 | #33,052 |
| 2016 | modern | 88 | #32,396 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Tunbridge, Bidborough, London parishes, St Dunstan Stepney, Manchester and Reading St Giles, Shinfield (East and West Side, Hartley Dammer), Sonning (Early),. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tunbridge, Bidborough | Kent |
| 2 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 3 | St Dunstan Stepney | London (East Districts) |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | Reading St Giles, Shinfield (East and West Side, Hartley Dammer), Sonning (Early), | Berkshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Fard surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Fard, 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
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Fard surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Fard household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Fard is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Fard is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Fard, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname FARD is believed to have originated in Iran, specifically in the region of Fars, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Persian word "fard," which means "unique" or "exceptional." This name was likely given to individuals who possessed exceptional qualities or skills that set them apart from others.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name FARD can be found in the Safavid-era historical chronicles, where it is mentioned as belonging to a prominent family of scholars and poets from the city of Shiraz. Amir Hossein FARD, born in 1520, was a renowned calligrapher and poet who served at the court of Shah Tahmasp I.
In the 17th century, the name FARD appeared in various Persian manuscripts and legal documents, indicating its widespread use across the region. During this time, the FARD family established itself as a prominent lineage of merchants and landowners in the city of Isfahan.
Mirza Mohammad FARD, born in 1685, was a celebrated philosopher and theologian who authored several treatises on Islamic jurisprudence and mysticism. His works greatly influenced the intellectual discourse of his time and garnered him widespread recognition across the Persian-speaking world.
In the 19th century, the name FARD gained prominence in the literary circles of Iran. Naser FARD, born in 1810, was a renowned poet and historian who documented the cultural and social life of Tehran during the Qajar dynasty.
Towards the end of the 19th century, the FARD family expanded their influence into the realm of politics. Hossein FARD, born in 1865, was a prominent statesman and diplomat who served as the Iranian ambassador to several European countries during the constitutional revolution of 1906.
Throughout its history, the surname FARD has been associated with individuals of exceptional talent and achievement, reflecting the name's original meaning. While the origins of the name can be traced back to medieval Iran, its legacy has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to be carried by individuals of Iranian descent around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Fard surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Lancashire leads with 4 Fards recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.47x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 4 | 3.47x |
| Surrey | 3 | 6.33x |
| Lanarkshire | 1 | 3.18x |
| Lincolnshire | 1 | 6.43x |
| Staffordshire | 1 | 3.05x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Salford in Lancashire leads with 4 Fards recorded in 1881 and an index of 117.65x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Salford | 4 | 117.65x |
| Bermondsey | 2 | 68.97x |
| Burton Upon Trent | 1 | 129.87x |
| Cambuslang | 1 | 312.50x |
| Kingston On Thames | 1 | 87.72x |
| Messingham | 1 | 2500.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Fard surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Fard surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
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 Fard households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Gardner | 1 |
| General Labourer | 1 |
| General Servant (Dom) | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Wharf Labourer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 11 people were recorded with the Fard surname. That placed it at #32,081 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 88 in 2016. That gives Fard a modern rank of #32,396.
A surname referring to the Persian word for blush or cosmetic powder.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Fard bearers relative to the surrounding population.
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.