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UK surname

Harish

A Hindu surname meaning "green" or "prosperous".

The strongest historical links point to Otley, Kirkheaton and Ledbury (except for Parkhold), Donnington. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Wolverhampton, Leicester and Broxtowe.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Harish is 120 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

113

2016, ranked #28,691

Peak year

2013

120 bearers

Map years

2

1861 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 113 in 2016, ranked #28,691.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 102 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Harish surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Harish surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Harish 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
1851 historical 7 #32,070
1861 historical 102 #20,797
1891 historical 14 #33,037
1997 modern 53 #32,329
1998 modern 54 #32,518
1999 modern 60 #32,078
2000 modern 64 #31,735
2001 modern 64 #31,602
2002 modern 54 #32,927
2003 modern 62 #32,258
2004 modern 71 #31,578
2005 modern 75 #31,400
2006 modern 73 #31,954
2007 modern 81 #31,408
2008 modern 98 #29,355
2009 modern 102 #29,286
2010 modern 102 #29,930
2011 modern 108 #28,811
2012 modern 105 #29,362
2013 modern 120 #27,406
2014 modern 119 #27,813
2015 modern 109 #29,327
2016 modern 113 #28,691

Geography

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Where Harishs are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Otley, Kirkheaton, Ledbury (except for Parkhold), Donnington, Alfreton and Almondbury. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Wolverhampton, Leicester, Broxtowe and Redbridge. 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 Otley Yorkshire, West Riding
2 Kirkheaton Yorkshire, West Riding
3 Ledbury (except for Parkhold), Donnington Herefordshire
4 Alfreton Derbyshire
5 Almondbury Yorkshire, West Riding

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Wolverhampton 014 Wolverhampton
2 Leicester 027 Leicester
3 Wolverhampton 015 Wolverhampton
4 Broxtowe 007 Broxtowe
5 Redbridge 034 Redbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Harish

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Harish

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

Harish 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

Harish 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Harish 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Harish

The surname "HARISH" is of Indian origin, specifically from the Sanskrit language. It is believed to have originated around the 5th century CE in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

The name "HARISH" is derived from the Sanskrit word "Harish," which means "green" or "verdant." It is thought to be associated with nature, fertility, and growth. In ancient Indian texts, this name was often used as a reference to the Hindu god Vishnu, who is known for his connection with nature and the preservation of life.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "HARISH" dates back to the 7th century CE in a manuscript known as the Puranas, which are ancient Hindu texts. The name appears in reference to a sage or scholar who lived during that time period.

During the medieval period, the name "HARISH" was particularly prevalent among the Brahmin community, which was the highest caste in the Hindu social hierarchy. It was common for members of this caste to adopt surnames related to their spiritual or scholarly pursuits.

Notable individuals with the surname "HARISH" throughout history include:

1. Harish Chandra (1923-1983), an Indian-American mathematician known for his significant contributions to the field of representation theory. 2. Harish Rawat (born 1950), an Indian politician and former Chief Minister of the state of Uttarakhand. 3. Harish Salve (born 1956), an eminent Indian lawyer and former Solicitor General of India. 4. Harish Hande (born 1967), an Indian social entrepreneur and co-founder of the non-profit organization SELCO, which promotes sustainable energy solutions. 5. Harish Shetti (born 1976), an Indian cricketer who played for the national team in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

The surname "HARISH" has maintained its presence in various parts of India, particularly in the northern and central regions. While it is not among the most common surnames, it holds historical significance and cultural associations with spirituality, nature, and scholarly pursuits.

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FAQ

Harish surname: questions and answers

How common is the Harish surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 113 in 2016. That gives Harish a modern rank of #28,691.

What does the Harish surname mean?

A Hindu surname meaning "green" or "prosperous".

What does the Harish map show?

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