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UK surname

Husein

An Arabic surname derived from the name of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Bradford, Redbridge and Islington.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Husein is 153 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

141

2016, ranked #24,753

Peak year

2010

153 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 141 in 2016, ranked #24,753.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Husein surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Husein surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Husein 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
1911 historical 1 #34,332
1997 modern 71 #30,521
1998 modern 69 #31,076
1999 modern 77 #30,427
2000 modern 79 #30,249
2001 modern 74 #30,600
2002 modern 85 #29,867
2003 modern 95 #28,536
2004 modern 96 #28,605
2005 modern 102 #27,689
2006 modern 113 #26,267
2007 modern 112 #26,800
2008 modern 114 #26,796
2009 modern 132 #24,929
2010 modern 153 #23,175
2011 modern 148 #23,520
2012 modern 152 #23,069
2013 modern 131 #25,932
2014 modern 132 #25,971
2015 modern 139 #24,956
2016 modern 141 #24,753

Geography

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Where Huseins 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 Bradford, Redbridge, Islington and Newham. 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 Bradford 034 Bradford
2 Redbridge 035 Redbridge
3 Islington 012 Islington
4 Newham 003 Newham
5 Newham 008 Newham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Husein

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

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

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Husein surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Husein 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

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

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Husein 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

Husein 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

Husein 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 Husein 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 Husein, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Husein

The surname HUSEIN has its origins in the Arabic world, tracing back to the 7th century CE. It is a variation of the name Hussein, which itself stems from the Arabic word "husayn," meaning "little handsome one" or "good little one." This name was borne by Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who played a significant role in early Islamic history.

The name HUSEIN is particularly prevalent in regions with strong Islamic influences, such as the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is believed to have been introduced to various parts of the world through the spread of Islam and the migration of Arabic-speaking populations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name HUSEIN can be found in the Genealogical Tree of the Abbasid Caliphs, a historical document dating back to the 8th century CE. This document chronicles the lineage of the Abbasid dynasty, which ruled the Islamic Caliphate from 750 to 1258 CE.

Historically, the name HUSEIN has been associated with several notable figures. One such figure was Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who was martyred in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. His sacrifice and martyrdom hold immense significance in Shia Islam, and his name is revered by millions of Muslims worldwide.

Another prominent individual bearing the surname HUSEIN was Saddam Hussein (1937-2006), the former President of Iraq. Despite the controversies surrounding his rule, he remains a significant figure in modern Middle Eastern history.

In the realm of literature, Naguib Mahfouz (1911-2006), an Egyptian writer who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1988, had the surname HUSEIN. His work, which often explored themes of societal change and human experiences in Egypt, has left an indelible mark on the literary world.

The name HUSEIN has also been associated with notable figures in sports. For example, Zlatan Ibrahimović (born 1981), a Swedish professional footballer of Bosnian and Croatian descent, bears the surname HUSEIN as part of his full name, Zlatan Ibrahimović Hilal Hussein.

While the surname HUSEIN has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has since spread to various parts of the world, often through migration and cultural exchange. Its rich history and significance continue to resonate across diverse communities and societies.

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FAQ

Husein surname: questions and answers

How common is the Husein surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 141 in 2016. That gives Husein a modern rank of #24,753.

What does the Husein surname mean?

An Arabic surname derived from the name of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.

What does the Husein map show?

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