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UK surname

Gagliardi

An Italian occupational surname referring to a brave or gallant person, derived from the Italian word "gagliardo."

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Stroud, Nottingham and Ealing.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Gagliardi is 109 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

101

2016, ranked #30,929

Peak year

2010

109 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016, ranked #30,929.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Gagliardi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Gagliardi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Gagliardi 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 1 #34,674
1901 historical 1 #34,548
1911 historical 5 #33,427
1997 modern 72 #30,415
1998 modern 76 #30,386
1999 modern 70 #31,135
2000 modern 69 #31,273
2001 modern 70 #31,016
2002 modern 80 #30,387
2003 modern 76 #30,883
2004 modern 79 #30,799
2005 modern 84 #30,359
2006 modern 90 #29,893
2007 modern 92 #29,929
2008 modern 99 #29,181
2009 modern 102 #29,286
2010 modern 109 #28,831
2011 modern 107 #28,979
2012 modern 109 #28,689
2013 modern 108 #29,379
2014 modern 105 #30,204
2015 modern 104 #30,269
2016 modern 101 #30,929

Geography

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Where Gagliardis 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 Stroud, Nottingham, Ealing, Southwark and Watford. 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 Stroud 006 Stroud
2 Nottingham 015 Nottingham
3 Ealing 020 Ealing
4 Southwark 018 Southwark
5 Watford 011 Watford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Gagliardi

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

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

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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

Gagliardi 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

Gagliardi 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 Gagliardi 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 Gagliardi, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Gagliardi

The surname GAGLIARDI has its origins in Italy, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Italian word "gagliardo," which means "strong" or "vigorous." This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who possessed notable physical strength or courage.

The earliest recorded instances of the GAGLIARDI surname can be traced back to the 13th century in regions such as Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. In the historical records of these areas, the name appears with various spellings, including Gagliardo, Gagliardi, and Galiardi, reflecting the regional linguistic variations of the time.

One notable historical figure bearing the GAGLIARDI surname was Giovanni Battista Gagliardi, a prominent architect and engineer who lived in the 16th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the design and construction of fortifications and military structures throughout Italy, including the iconic Fortezza da Basso in Florence, which he completed in 1534.

Another significant individual with the GAGLIARDI name was Achille Gagliardi, a distinguished Italian philosopher and theologian born in 1537 in Padua. His scholarly works, which explored the intersection of philosophy and theology, garnered widespread recognition and influenced intellectual discourse during the Renaissance period.

In the realm of literature, Domenico Gagliardi, born in Naples in 1617, made his mark as a celebrated poet and playwright. His comedic works, such as "Il Convitato di Pietra" (The Stone Guest), were widely acclaimed and contributed to the vibrant cultural landscape of 17th-century Italy.

Transitioning to the 20th century, Emilio Gagliardi, born in Milan in 1908, was a renowned Italian sculptor and artist. His masterful works, which often depicted human figures and mythological scenes, can be found in various public spaces and art galleries throughout Italy and beyond.

Lastly, Pietro Gagliardi, born in 1809 in Palermo, was a prominent Italian politician and statesman. He served as a member of the Italian Parliament and played a pivotal role in the unification of Italy during the Risorgimento movement, advocating for the consolidation of the Italian states under a single nation.

While the GAGLIARDI surname has its roots firmly planted in Italian soil, its influence and presence have extended worldwide through the generations, carried by individuals who have left their mark across various fields and endeavors.

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FAQ

Gagliardi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Gagliardi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016. That gives Gagliardi a modern rank of #30,929.

What does the Gagliardi surname mean?

An Italian occupational surname referring to a brave or gallant person, derived from the Italian word "gagliardo."

What does the Gagliardi map show?

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