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UK surname

Heydari

A Persian surname derived from the Arabic word "haydar" meaning lion.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Heydari is 105 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

105

2016, ranked #30,114

Peak year

2016

105 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016, ranked #30,114.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Heydari surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Heydari surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Heydari 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 19 #36,009
1999 modern 23 #35,612
2000 modern 25 #35,382
2001 modern 26 #35,152
2002 modern 34 #34,634
2003 modern 37 #34,432
2004 modern 44 #34,053
2005 modern 49 #33,859
2006 modern 52 #33,923
2007 modern 65 #33,045
2008 modern 59 #33,827
2009 modern 65 #33,611
2010 modern 74 #33,167
2011 modern 74 #33,151
2012 modern 91 #31,659
2013 modern 96 #31,381
2014 modern 102 #30,714
2015 modern 97 #31,499
2016 modern 105 #30,114

Geography

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Where Heydaris 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 Westminster, South Tyneside, Swindon, Eastleigh and Barking and Dagenham. 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 Westminster 017 Westminster
2 South Tyneside 004 South Tyneside
3 Swindon 016 Swindon
4 Eastleigh 013 Eastleigh
5 Barking and Dagenham 022 Barking and Dagenham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Heydari

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

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Heydari, 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 Heydari surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Heydari 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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Heydari 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

Heydari 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

Heydari falls in decile 1 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 Heydari is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 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
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Heydari

The surname Heydari has its origins in Iran, dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "heydar," which means "lion" or "brave warrior." The name was likely given to individuals who exhibited courage and bravery in battle or displayed lion-like qualities.

The earliest recorded instances of the Heydari surname can be found in historical documents and manuscripts from the Safavid Dynasty, which ruled over Iran from 1501 to 1736. During this period, the name was often associated with members of the military or those who held prominent positions in the royal court.

One notable figure bearing the Heydari surname was Mirza Muhammad Reza Heydari, a 17th-century Persian poet and scholar. He was renowned for his contributions to the field of literature and his works have been preserved in various manuscripts and collections.

In the 19th century, the Heydari surname gained further prominence with the rise of Mirza Hassan Khan Heydari, a prominent Iranian statesman and diplomat. He served as the Governor of several provinces and played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and establishing diplomatic relations with other countries.

Another individual of historical significance was Abul Hasan Heydari, a 14th-century Persian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and authored several treatises on astronomical observations and calculations.

The Heydari surname has also been associated with various geographical locations within Iran, such as the town of Heydari in the province of Khuzestan. This connection suggests that some individuals may have adopted the surname based on their place of origin or residence.

Throughout history, the Heydari surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including scholars, poets, military leaders, and statesmen. While the exact origin and meaning of the name may have evolved over time, it remains deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Iran.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Heydari surname: questions and answers

How common is the Heydari surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016. That gives Heydari a modern rank of #30,114.

What does the Heydari surname mean?

A Persian surname derived from the Arabic word "haydar" meaning lion.

What does the Heydari map show?

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