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UK surname

Hakim

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "wise," "judicious," or referring to a ruler, doctor, or scholar.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Hakim surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 820, ranked #6,767, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Oldham, Lambeth and Westminster.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hakim is 821 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 81900.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

820

2016, ranked #6,767

Peak year

2014

821 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Hakim had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 820 in 2016, ranked #6,767.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 20 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Hakim surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Hakim surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Hakim 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 5 #33,418
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 9 #33,451
1901 historical 20 #31,803
1911 historical 15 #31,938
1997 modern 466 #9,809
1998 modern 487 #9,794
1999 modern 518 #9,410
2000 modern 507 #9,530
2001 modern 500 #9,464
2002 modern 541 #9,088
2003 modern 565 #8,665
2004 modern 585 #8,500
2005 modern 581 #8,461
2006 modern 582 #8,469
2007 modern 623 #8,114
2008 modern 663 #7,792
2009 modern 708 #7,577
2010 modern 762 #7,301
2011 modern 739 #7,396
2012 modern 778 #7,018
2013 modern 810 #6,879
2014 modern 821 #6,832
2015 modern 818 #6,807
2016 modern 820 #6,767

Geography

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Where Hakims 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 Oldham, Lambeth, Westminster, Leicester and Tower Hamlets. 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 Oldham 016 Oldham
2 Lambeth 004 Lambeth
3 Westminster 003 Westminster
4 Leicester 011 Leicester
5 Tower Hamlets 016 Tower Hamlets

Forenames

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First names often paired with Hakim

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

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

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Hakim is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, part of Suburban Asian Communities. 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 households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Hakim 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

Hakim falls in decile 2 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hakim 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.

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

Meaning and origin of Hakim

The surname Hakim is of Arabic origin and it can be traced back to the 7th century CE, around the time of the rise of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula. The name is derived from the Arabic word "hakim," which means "wise" or "learned." It was originally used as a title for scholars, physicians, and judges who were regarded as knowledgeable and wise in their respective fields.

In the early days of Islam, the name Hakim was often associated with prominent religious scholars, philosophers, and scientists. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name can be found in the works of the renowned Arab philosopher and physician, Abu Ali al-Husayn ibn Abdallah ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna (980-1037 CE). He was widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Islamic Golden Age and his works, such as "The Canon of Medicine," had a significant impact on the development of medical science.

Another notable figure with the surname Hakim was the Persian poet and philosopher, Hakim Sanai (1080-1131 CE), who is considered one of the greatest literary figures in Persian literature. His masterpiece, "The Walled Garden of Truth," is a seminal work in Sufi poetry and has been widely studied and admired for its profound spiritual insights.

In the 12th century, the name Hakim was also associated with the famous Arab philosopher and theologian, Ibn Rushd, known in the West as Averroes (1126-1198 CE). He was a prominent figure in the Islamic world and his commentaries on the works of Aristotle had a significant influence on the development of Western philosophy and science.

During the Mughal Empire in India, the surname Hakim was often used by court physicians and scholars. One of the most renowned figures was Hakim Ajmal Khan (1868-1927), a renowned physician and a leading figure in the Indian independence movement. He established several educational institutions and played a crucial role in promoting traditional Indian medicine and its integration with modern medical practices.

Another notable figure with the surname Hakim was the Egyptian writer and intellectual, Tawfiq al-Hakim (1898-1987), who was widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern Arabic literature. His plays and novels explored complex social and philosophical issues and had a significant impact on the literary landscape of the Arab world.

Overall, the surname Hakim has a rich and diverse history, spanning across various cultures and regions. It has been associated with numerous prominent figures in fields such as philosophy, literature, medicine, and science, reflecting the essence of wisdom and knowledge that the name embodies.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Hakim families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hakim surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Royal Navy leads with 1 Hakims recorded in 1881 and an index of 434.78x.

County Total Index
Royal Navy 1 434.78x
Surrey 1 10.65x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Lambeth in Surrey leads with 1 Hakims recorded in 1881 and an index of 59.52x.

Place Total Index
Lambeth 1 59.52x
Royal Navy 1 500.00x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Hakim surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Horwarge 1
Phirozisha 1

Top occupations

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 Hakim households.

FAQ

Hakim surname: questions and answers

How common was the Hakim surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Hakim surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Hakim surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 820 in 2016. That gives Hakim a modern rank of #6,767.

What does the Hakim surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "wise," "judicious," or referring to a ruler, doctor, or scholar.

What does the Hakim map show?

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