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UK surname

Inamdar

An occupational surname referring to someone responsible for distributing rewards or gifts.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cambridge, Leeds and Brent.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Inamdar is 110 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

104

2016, ranked #30,317

Peak year

2015

110 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 104 in 2016, ranked #30,317.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Inamdar surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Inamdar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Inamdar 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 56 #32,004
1998 modern 65 #31,477
1999 modern 64 #31,692
2000 modern 69 #31,273
2001 modern 67 #31,297
2002 modern 75 #30,950
2003 modern 78 #30,654
2004 modern 88 #29,758
2005 modern 93 #29,133
2006 modern 94 #29,264
2007 modern 87 #30,666
2008 modern 92 #30,286
2009 modern 97 #30,076
2010 modern 104 #29,618
2011 modern 91 #31,442
2012 modern 106 #29,187
2013 modern 108 #29,379
2014 modern 109 #29,452
2015 modern 110 #29,157
2016 modern 104 #30,317

Geography

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Where Inamdars 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 Cambridge, Leeds and Brent. 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 Cambridge 011 Cambridge
2 Leeds 016 Leeds
3 Leeds 109 Leeds
4 Brent 021 Brent
5 Brent 032 Brent

Forenames

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First names often paired with Inamdar

These lists show first names that appear often with the Inamdar surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Inamdar

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

Inamdar 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

Inamdar falls in decile 7 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

7
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Inamdar 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Inamdar

The surname Inamdar has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Maharashtra. It is believed to have derived from the Persian word "inām," which means "gift" or "reward." The suffix "dar" is commonly added to Persian words to denote possession or association.

The name Inamdar is thought to have emerged during the medieval period when the Mughal Empire ruled over vast parts of the Indian subcontinent. It is possible that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals or families who received land grants or other rewards from the imperial court.

One of the earliest known references to the surname Inamdar can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This text mentions several individuals with the surname Inamdar who held positions of importance within the empire's bureaucracy.

In the 17th century, the Inamdar family played a prominent role in the regional politics of the Deccan Plateau. Maloji Inamdar (1623-1672) was a renowned military commander who served under the Maratha ruler Shivaji Bhonsle. His exploits are documented in several contemporary chronicles.

Another notable figure was Baji Inamdar (1725-1789), a Marathi poet and scholar who authored several literary works, including the acclaimed "Baji Granthavali." His contributions to the Marathi language and literature are widely celebrated.

During the 19th century, the Inamdar family established itself as a influential landholding clan in the princely state of Hyderabad. Mir Inamdar Khan (1810-1878) was a prominent nobleman and administrator who served as the Prime Minister of Hyderabad from 1867 to 1868.

In more recent times, Vishnu Inamdar (1920-2005) was a respected educationist and social reformer. He founded several educational institutions, including the prestigious Inamdar College in Pune, and played a pivotal role in promoting education in rural areas of Maharashtra.

While the surname Inamdar has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, the name's historical significance and cultural associations remain closely tied to its origins in the region of Maharashtra.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Inamdar surname: questions and answers

How common is the Inamdar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 104 in 2016. That gives Inamdar a modern rank of #30,317.

What does the Inamdar surname mean?

An occupational surname referring to someone responsible for distributing rewards or gifts.

What does the Inamdar map show?

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