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UK surname

Gula

A Polish surname derived from the word "gula," meaning "bump," "lump," or "goiter," likely referring to a physical characteristic.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Gula is 100 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

100

2016, ranked #31,123

Peak year

2016

100 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 100 in 2016, ranked #31,123.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Gula surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Gula surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Gula 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
1861 historical 3 #33,861
1891 historical 1 #34,674
1997 modern 34 #34,282
1998 modern 32 #34,633
1999 modern 35 #34,418
2000 modern 33 #34,607
2001 modern 33 #34,436
2002 modern 37 #34,390
2003 modern 43 #33,951
2004 modern 49 #33,647
2005 modern 54 #33,433
2006 modern 54 #33,780
2007 modern 61 #33,440
2008 modern 65 #33,303
2009 modern 63 #33,751
2010 modern 68 #33,632
2011 modern 67 #33,704
2012 modern 90 #31,790
2013 modern 97 #31,239
2014 modern 98 #31,370
2015 modern 98 #31,342
2016 modern 100 #31,123

Geography

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Where Gulas 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 Camden, Bournemouth, Ealing, Barnsley and Leicester. 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 Camden 008 Camden
2 Bournemouth 019 Bournemouth
3 Ealing 024 Ealing
4 Barnsley 013 Barnsley
5 Leicester 017 Leicester

Forenames

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First names often paired with Gula

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Gula

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

Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students

Nationally, the Gula surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Gula household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Married couples with dependent children are common in this Group, with many parents born in Africa or the EU. The representation of residents amongst different ethnic minority groups is high, particularly for individuals of Pakistani ethnic group. For many residents, English is not their main language, and affiliation to Christian religions is less common. Privately rented terrace properties predominate and levels of overcrowding are high. Part time work is common, with many employed in elementary occupations and sales and customer services. There are also many students living within these areas, and overall unemployment levels are high.

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, Gula 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

Gula is most concentrated in decile 9 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

Gula falls in decile 7 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.

7
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Gula is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

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

8
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Gula

The surname GULA is believed to have originated in Poland, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 16th century. The name is derived from the Polish word "gula," which means "swelling" or "lump." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a descriptive nickname for someone with a physical feature or characteristic.

In some historical records, the name GULA has been found spelled as "Gulla" or "Guła." These variations likely emerged due to regional dialects and the evolution of spelling conventions over time. The earliest known record of the name GULA appears in a document from the town of Brzesko, located in southern Poland, dated 1578.

One notable individual bearing the surname GULA was Jan Gula (1564-1637), a Polish nobleman and military commander who fought in the Polish-Swedish War and the Smolensk War. He was known for his bravery and tactical skills on the battlefield.

Another historical figure was Wojciech Gula (1632-1712), a Polish Catholic priest and theologian who served as a professor at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków. He authored several scholarly works on theology and philosophy during his lifetime.

In the 18th century, the name GULA appeared in the records of the town of Biłgoraj, located in southeastern Poland. One such record mentions a landowner named Tomasz Gula (1712-1784), who owned substantial properties in the region.

Moving into the 19th century, Franciszek Gula (1824-1891) was a Polish painter and artist known for his landscapes and portraits. His works were exhibited in various galleries throughout Europe during his lifetime.

Lastly, in the early 20th century, Stanisław Gula (1902-1978) was a Polish engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early television technology. He held several patents for his innovations in the field of electronics.

While the surname GULA may not be among the most common in Poland, its historical presence and the notable individuals who have carried it suggest a rich heritage and cultural significance within the country's history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Gula surname: questions and answers

How common is the Gula surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 100 in 2016. That gives Gula a modern rank of #31,123.

What does the Gula surname mean?

A Polish surname derived from the word "gula," meaning "bump," "lump," or "goiter," likely referring to a physical characteristic.

What does the Gula map show?

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