UK surname
A Vietnamese surname derived from the Sino-Vietnamese word "hoan" meaning "rejoice" or "happy".
In the 1881 census there were 22 people recorded with the Hoan surname, ranking it #30,464 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 15, ranked #37,092, down from #30,464 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Crayford, Greenwich and Toxteth Park. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hoan is 243 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 31.8%.
1881 census count
22
Ranked #30,464
Modern count
15
2016, ranked #37,092
Peak year
1861
243 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hoan surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hoan surname density by area, 1891 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe 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 | 66 | #21,617 |
| 1861 | historical | 243 | #10,116 |
| 1881 | historical | 22 | #30,464 |
| 1891 | historical | 108 | #22,828 |
| 1901 | historical | 27 | #31,057 |
| 1911 | historical | 36 | #29,370 |
| 1997 | modern | 9 | #37,214 |
| 1998 | modern | 14 | #36,565 |
| 1999 | modern | 11 | #36,917 |
| 2000 | modern | 7 | #37,430 |
| 2001 | modern | 8 | #37,124 |
| 2002 | modern | 7 | #37,379 |
| 2003 | modern | 8 | #37,248 |
| 2004 | modern | 10 | #37,096 |
| 2005 | modern | 12 | #36,936 |
| 2006 | modern | 12 | #37,014 |
| 2007 | modern | 12 | #37,095 |
| 2008 | modern | 12 | #37,143 |
| 2009 | modern | 13 | #37,140 |
| 2010 | modern | 13 | #37,215 |
| 2011 | modern | 12 | #37,287 |
| 2012 | modern | 9 | #37,614 |
| 2013 | modern | 10 | #37,539 |
| 2014 | modern | 11 | #37,462 |
| 2015 | modern | 12 | #37,371 |
| 2016 | modern | 15 | #37,092 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Crayford, Greenwich, Toxteth Park, Hawkchurch and Liverpool. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crayford | Kent |
| 2 | Greenwich | London (South Districts) |
| 3 | Toxteth Park | Lancashire |
| 4 | Hawkchurch | Devon |
| 5 | Liverpool | Lancashire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hoan surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Hoan, 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
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Hoan surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hoan household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Hoan is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hoan is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hoan, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Hoan is believed to have originated in Vietnam. Hoan, originating from the Vietnamese word "Hoàn," which means to return or to complete, reflects significant cultural aspects of Vietnamese history and philosophy. It is associated with regions like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, traditionally areas with rich historical backgrounds and significant populations.
In historical references, the surname Hoan does not appear in Western texts akin to the Domesday Book due to its East Asian roots. Vietnamese records, however, offer insights into the name’s lineage through family books kept by households, often detailing generations. These documents have kept the surname alive through centuries.
Earliest recorded examples of the surname Hoan are sparse due to Vietnam's oral tradition and the destruction of many records during periods of colonialism and war. However, inscriptions and dated artifacts recovered from temples and ancient sites provide evidence of its historical presence. Different spellings or adaptations may not significantly diverge given the consistency of Vietnamese romanization.
One notable historical figure with the surname Hoan is Trần Hoàn, a Vietnamese composer born in 1928 and who passed away in 2003. He contributed significantly to Vietnamese music and culture during the 20th century. Another prominent figure is Vương Trung Hoàn, an influential poet from the 18th century, whose writing reflected the socio-political landscape of his time.
Nguyễn Hoàn, a military general in the 15th century, exemplifies the name’s historical prominence. He played a crucial role in the struggles against Chinese occupation during the Ming dynasty's rule over Vietnam.
Lê Văn Hoàn, a 19th-century scholar, was renowned for his contributions to Vietnamese literature and education reforms during the Nguyễn dynasty. His works are still referenced in Vietnamese academic circles.
Lastly, Hồ Hoàn Phúc, born in the late 16th century, was one of the early Vietnamese explorers who documented the country's geography comprehensively, and his contributions are preserved in historical manuscripts.
Collectively, the surname Hoan encapsulates a broad spectrum of historical narratives, from military leadership and cultural contributions to scholarly endeavors, reflecting Vietnam's complex history and rich cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hoan surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Surrey leads with 9 Hoans recorded in 1881 and an index of 8.61x.
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Camberwell in Surrey leads with 9 Hoans recorded in 1881 and an index of 65.69x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Camberwell | 9 | 65.69x |
| Islington London | 5 | 24.06x |
| Keston | 3 | 6000.00x |
| Knutsford Nether | 1 | 344.83x |
| Plymouth Charles The | 1 | 50.76x |
| St Anne Soho London | 1 | 81.97x |
| Uckfield | 1 | 625.00x |
| Walmer | 1 | 312.50x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hoan surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 22 people were recorded with the Hoan surname. That placed it at #30,464 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 15 in 2016. That gives Hoan a modern rank of #37,092.
A Vietnamese surname derived from the Sino-Vietnamese word "hoan" meaning "rejoice" or "happy".
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hoan bearers relative to the surrounding population.
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.