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UK surname

Has

A Turkish surname referring to one's high standing or status.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Has surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 166, ranked #22,140, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hackney and Waltham Forest.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Has is 166 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 16500.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

166

2016, ranked #22,140

Peak year

2016

166 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Has had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 166 in 2016, ranked #22,140.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Has surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Has surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Has 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 2 #33,133
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 3 #34,257
1901 historical 1 #34,548
1997 modern 36 #34,071
1998 modern 37 #34,149
1999 modern 41 #33,866
2000 modern 54 #32,710
2001 modern 48 #33,129
2002 modern 58 #32,564
2003 modern 73 #31,186
2004 modern 80 #30,679
2005 modern 81 #30,740
2006 modern 86 #30,425
2007 modern 86 #30,808
2008 modern 90 #30,567
2009 modern 104 #28,982
2010 modern 122 #26,876
2011 modern 116 #27,477
2012 modern 124 #26,432
2013 modern 142 #24,547
2014 modern 150 #23,864
2015 modern 157 #22,997
2016 modern 166 #22,140

Geography

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Where Has' 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 Hackney and Waltham Forest. 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 Hackney 025 Hackney
2 Hackney 003 Hackney
3 Hackney 023 Hackney
4 Hackney 002 Hackney
5 Waltham Forest 020 Waltham Forest

Forenames

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First names often paired with Has

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

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

Has 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

Has 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 Has 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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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Has

The surname "Has" is believed to have originated in Turkey, specifically in the region of Anatolia, during the late 13th century. It is derived from the Turkish word "has," which means "noble" or "elite." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals of high social standing or nobility.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "Has" can be found in the Ottoman Empire's tax records from the 15th century, where several individuals bearing this surname were listed as landowners or officials. The name's prominence during this period indicates that it was associated with a certain level of prestige and influence.

In the 16th century, the name "Has" appeared in various Ottoman manuscripts and chronicles, often referring to prominent figures in the military or government. One notable example is Mustafa Has, a Turkish statesman and grand vizier who served under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the mid-16th century.

Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, the surname "Has" continued to be present in Ottoman records, with several individuals bearing this name holding positions of authority in various regions of the empire. For instance, Mehmet Has was a renowned military commander who played a crucial role in the Ottoman conquest of Cyprus in the late 16th century.

In more recent history, the name "Has" has been associated with several influential figures in Turkey. One notable example is Bekir Has, a Turkish businessman and philanthropist born in 1926, who founded the Has Group, a prominent conglomerate in Turkey.

Another notable individual with the surname "Has" is Ahmet Tevfik Has, a Turkish writer and journalist born in 1901. He was known for his contributions to Turkish literature and his work as a journalist for various publications.

It is worth mentioning that the surname "Has" has also been found in various spellings and variations, such as "Hass," "Haas," or "Haz," particularly in regions outside of Turkey where the name has been adopted or adapted.

While the surname "Has" originated in Turkey and has a rich history in the Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey, it has also gained recognition in other parts of the world, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions in various fields.

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1881 census detail

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Has families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Has 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. Derbyshire leads with 1 Has' recorded in 1881 and an index of 66.23x.

County Total Index
Derbyshire 1 66.23x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Mickleover in Derbyshire leads with 1 Has' recorded in 1881 and an index of 0.00x.

Place Total Index
Mickleover 1 0.00x

Top male names

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

Name Count
G.L. 1

FAQ

Has surname: questions and answers

How common was the Has surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Has surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 166 in 2016. That gives Has a modern rank of #22,140.

What does the Has surname mean?

A Turkish surname referring to one's high standing or status.

What does the Has map show?

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