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UK surname

Fava

A surname derived from the Italian word for "bean" or "broad bean".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Watford, Cornwall and Slough.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Fava is 108 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

108

2016, ranked #29,578

Peak year

2016

108 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 108 in 2016, ranked #29,578.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 4 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Fava surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Fava surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Fava 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
1891 historical 2 #34,436
1901 historical 4 #33,876
1911 historical 2 #34,020
1997 modern 62 #31,412
1998 modern 68 #31,181
1999 modern 73 #30,856
2000 modern 67 #31,473
2001 modern 67 #31,297
2002 modern 70 #31,432
2003 modern 69 #31,587
2004 modern 67 #31,976
2005 modern 73 #31,616
2006 modern 73 #31,954
2007 modern 85 #30,954
2008 modern 88 #30,857
2009 modern 87 #31,489
2010 modern 89 #31,745
2011 modern 86 #32,006
2012 modern 96 #30,949
2013 modern 102 #30,415
2014 modern 104 #30,365
2015 modern 104 #30,269
2016 modern 108 #29,578

Geography

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Where Favas 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 Watford, Cornwall, Slough, Barking and Dagenham and Harrow. 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 Watford 003 Watford
2 Cornwall 042 Cornwall
3 Slough 010 Slough
4 Barking and Dagenham 008 Barking and Dagenham
5 Harrow 016 Harrow

Forenames

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First names often paired with Fava

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Fava

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Fava, 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 Fava surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Fava 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, Fava 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

Fava 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

Fava falls in decile 6 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.

6
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Fava is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of Over 70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

10
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Fava

The surname FAVA is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated from the Italian word "fava," which means "broad bean" or "fava bean." The name may have been initially used as a nickname for someone involved in the cultivation or trade of these beans.

In the early records, the surname FAVA can be found in various parts of Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany, Lazio, and Sicily. The earliest known record of the name dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in a document from the city of Florence.

One notable historical reference to the surname FAVA can be found in the "Libro d'Oro della Nobiltà Italiana" (Book of Gold of the Italian Nobility), a record of noble families in Italy. This book mentions the FAVA family as being of noble lineage and holding land and titles in the region of Tuscany.

In the 14th century, records show a certain Pietro FAVA, born in 1325 in Siena, who was a renowned painter and architect. His works can be seen in various churches and buildings throughout Tuscany.

Another prominent figure with the surname FAVA was Girolamo FAVA, born in 1540 in Bologna. He was a renowned philosopher and writer, known for his works on ethics and political theory.

During the Renaissance period, the FAVA family produced several notable artists and scholars. One such individual was Giovanni Battista FAVA, born in 1575 in Rome, who was a celebrated painter and fresco artist. His works can be found in various churches and palaces throughout Italy.

In the 18th century, a branch of the FAVA family settled in Sicily, where they became influential landowners and merchants. One notable member was Vincenzo FAVA, born in 1710 in Palermo, who was a successful businessman and philanthropist.

Throughout history, the surname FAVA has been associated with various places and localities, such as Favale, a small town in the province of Cuneo, and Favaro Veneto, a town near Venice. These place names may have influenced or been influenced by the surname FAVA.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Fava surname: questions and answers

How common is the Fava surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 108 in 2016. That gives Fava a modern rank of #29,578.

What does the Fava surname mean?

A surname derived from the Italian word for "bean" or "broad bean".

What does the Fava map show?

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