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UK surname

Hashimi

A surname indicating descent from the noble Hashemite clan of the Arabian Peninsula.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hashimi is 142 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

140

2016, ranked #24,865

Peak year

2015

142 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 140 in 2016, ranked #24,865.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Hashimi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Hashimi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Hashimi 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
1997 modern 16 #36,292
1998 modern 23 #35,603
1999 modern 22 #35,725
2000 modern 18 #36,104
2001 modern 17 #36,053
2002 modern 27 #35,243
2003 modern 31 #34,957
2004 modern 42 #34,222
2005 modern 51 #33,701
2006 modern 60 #33,235
2007 modern 60 #33,539
2008 modern 72 #32,656
2009 modern 83 #31,950
2010 modern 100 #30,225
2011 modern 95 #30,877
2012 modern 107 #29,017
2013 modern 120 #27,406
2014 modern 130 #26,216
2015 modern 142 #24,617
2016 modern 140 #24,865

Geography

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Where Hashimis 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, Cardiff and Birmingham. 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 016 Camden
2 Cardiff 046 Cardiff
3 Camden 010 Camden
4 Birmingham 020 Birmingham
5 Camden 017 Camden

Forenames

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First names often paired with Hashimi

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

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

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

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

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

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

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Hashimi is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, 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 residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

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

Hashimi 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Hashimi falls in decile 3 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hashimi 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 Hashimi, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Hashimi

The surname Hashimi has its origins in the Middle East, specifically in the Arabian Peninsula. It is derived from the Arabic word "Hashim," which means "crusher" or "one who breaks into small pieces." The name is believed to have originated during the early days of Islam, around the 7th century CE.

The earliest recorded use of the surname Hashimi can be traced back to the descendants of Hashim ibn Abd Manaf, a prominent figure in the Quraysh tribe of Mecca. Hashim ibn Abd Manaf was an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad and was known for his generosity and hospitality towards pilgrims visiting the holy city of Mecca.

One of the most notable historical figures with the surname Hashimi is Al-Husayn ibn Ali (625-680 CE), the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and a revered figure in Shia Islam. He was martyred in the Battle of Karbala and is remembered for his unwavering principles and steadfast opposition to the oppressive rule of the Umayyad Caliphate.

Another prominent figure with the Hashimi surname is Al-Abbas ibn Ali (647-680 CE), the son of Ali ibn Abi Talib and a respected military commander during the early Islamic era. He played a crucial role in defending his brother, Al-Husayn, during the Battle of Karbala and is revered by both Sunni and Shia Muslims.

In the 10th century, the Hashimite dynasty emerged as a powerful ruling family in the region. This dynasty claimed descent from the Prophet Muhammad through his daughter Fatima and her husband Ali ibn Abi Talib. The Hashimite dynasty ruled over various regions, including the Hijaz, Syria, and Iraq, and played a significant role in the spread and preservation of Islamic culture and knowledge.

One notable ruler from the Hashimite dynasty was Al-Muqtadir (870-932 CE), the 18th Abbasid caliph who ascended to the throne in Baghdad at the age of 13. Although his reign was marked by political turmoil and instability, he is remembered for his patronage of the arts, literature, and scientific endeavors.

Another influential figure with the Hashimi surname is Al-Husayn ibn Ali al-Hashimi (1853-1931 CE), a prominent Islamic scholar and reformist from Iraq. He played a crucial role in the revival of Islamic thought and education in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, advocating for modern interpretations of Islamic teachings while maintaining respect for traditional values.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Hashimi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Hashimi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 140 in 2016. That gives Hashimi a modern rank of #24,865.

What does the Hashimi surname mean?

A surname indicating descent from the noble Hashemite clan of the Arabian Peninsula.

What does the Hashimi map show?

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