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UK surname

Fathi

A surname indicating one's Arabic ancestry or origins.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham and Stockport.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Fathi is 132 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

132

2016, ranked #25,882

Peak year

2016

132 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 132 in 2016, ranked #25,882.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Fathi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Fathi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Fathi 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
1911 historical 3 #33,789
1997 modern 26 #35,135
1998 modern 30 #34,833
1999 modern 37 #34,248
2000 modern 35 #34,420
2001 modern 34 #34,356
2002 modern 42 #33,951
2003 modern 48 #33,533
2004 modern 56 #33,067
2005 modern 67 #32,196
2006 modern 73 #31,954
2007 modern 80 #31,527
2008 modern 93 #30,123
2009 modern 107 #28,483
2010 modern 107 #29,153
2011 modern 102 #29,759
2012 modern 116 #27,550
2013 modern 120 #27,406
2014 modern 128 #26,490
2015 modern 128 #26,356
2016 modern 132 #25,882

Geography

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Where Fathis 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 Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham, Stockport, Tunbridge Wells 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 Brent 031 Brent
2 Hammersmith and Fulham 009 Hammersmith and Fulham
3 Stockport 024 Stockport
4 Tunbridge Wells 005 Tunbridge Wells
5 Barnet 040 Barnet

Forenames

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First names often paired with Fathi

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

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

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Fathi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Fathi 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Fathi is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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 scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Fathi 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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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Fathi 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 Fathi is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Fathi

The surname FATHI has its origins in the Arab world, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "fath," which means "victory" or "conquest." The name is believed to have been bestowed upon individuals or families who played a significant role in the Islamic conquests or achieved notable victories during that era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname FATHI can be found in historical manuscripts from the Umayyad Caliphate, which ruled the Arab world from 661 to 750 AD. In these records, the name is often associated with prominent military leaders and warriors who contributed to the expansion of the Islamic empire.

During the Abbasid Caliphate, which succeeded the Umayyads and lasted from 750 to 1258 AD, the FATHI surname gained further prominence. Several notable individuals bearing this name held high positions within the caliphate's administration and contributed to the cultural and intellectual renaissance that flourished during this period.

One of the most renowned figures with the surname FATHI was Abu Bakr al-Fathi, a renowned scholar and physician who lived in the 9th century AD. He authored several influential works on medicine and is credited with advancing the field of ophthalmology.

In the 12th century, Ibn al-Fathi, a celebrated poet and writer from Cordoba, Spain, rose to prominence. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the beauty of the Arabic language, are considered literary masterpieces and have been widely studied and admired throughout the centuries.

During the Ottoman Empire, which ruled over much of the Middle East and parts of Europe from the 14th to the 20th century, the FATHI surname continued to be associated with influential figures. Mehmed Fathi, a renowned Ottoman statesman and diplomat in the 16th century, played a crucial role in negotiating peace treaties and fostering diplomatic relations with neighboring kingdoms.

Another notable figure was Fatima al-Fathi, a pioneering female scholar and educator who lived in Cairo, Egypt, in the 18th century. She established one of the first schools for girls in the region and fought tirelessly for women's education and empowerment.

Throughout history, the surname FATHI has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, science, politics, and warfare. While the name's origins can be traced back to the early days of Islamic expansion, its legacy has transcended borders and continues to be celebrated across the Arab world and beyond.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Fathi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Fathi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 132 in 2016. That gives Fathi a modern rank of #25,882.

What does the Fathi surname mean?

A surname indicating one's Arabic ancestry or origins.

What does the Fathi map show?

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