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UK surname

Jabin

A surname of Arabic origin referring to one's place of origin or residence.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Jabin is 103 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

103

2016, ranked #30,515

Peak year

2016

103 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 103 in 2016, ranked #30,515.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 9 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Jabin surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Jabin surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Jabin 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
1851 historical 3 #32,890
1861 historical 9 #32,724
1891 historical 3 #34,257
1997 modern 41 #33,552
1998 modern 39 #33,967
1999 modern 41 #33,866
2000 modern 47 #33,358
2001 modern 50 #32,957
2002 modern 53 #33,021
2003 modern 53 #33,076
2004 modern 60 #32,684
2005 modern 63 #32,602
2006 modern 69 #32,343
2007 modern 69 #32,662
2008 modern 73 #32,555
2009 modern 82 #32,048
2010 modern 85 #32,185
2011 modern 84 #32,237
2012 modern 81 #32,796
2013 modern 87 #32,472
2014 modern 89 #32,409
2015 modern 98 #31,342
2016 modern 103 #30,515

Geography

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Where Jabins 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 Rochdale, Sandwell, Leeds, Pendle and Redbridge. 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 Rochdale 010 Rochdale
2 Sandwell 028 Sandwell
3 Leeds 103 Leeds
4 Pendle 009 Pendle
5 Redbridge 029 Redbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Jabin

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

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

Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students

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

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Group profile

Married couples with dependent children are common in this Group, with many parents born in Africa or the EU. The representation of residents amongst different ethnic minority groups is high, particularly for individuals of Pakistani ethnic group. For many residents, English is not their main language, and affiliation to Christian religions is less common. Privately rented terrace properties predominate and levels of overcrowding are high. Part time work is common, with many employed in elementary occupations and sales and customer services. There are also many students living within these areas, and overall unemployment levels are high.

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

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Jabin is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, 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 households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

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

Jabin 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

Jabin 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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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

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

Meaning and origin of Jabin

The surname Jabin is believed to have originated in France, specifically in the region of Languedoc-Roussillon. It is thought to be derived from the Hebrew name "Yabin," which means "he will understand" or "he will discern." The name Jabin likely emerged during the medieval period, as many surnames were derived from biblical or Hebrew roots during this time.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Jabin can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This suggests that individuals bearing the name Jabin may have migrated from France to England during the Norman Conquest.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Jabin de Bury was recorded as a prominent landowner and nobleman in the county of Cheshire, England. His name appears in various historical documents and records from that period.

During the Renaissance era, a French philosopher and theologian named Pierre Jabin (1509-1545) gained recognition for his contributions to the intellectual discourse of the time. He was particularly known for his writings on religious reform and his involvement in the Protestant Reformation.

In the 17th century, a Dutch painter named Gérard Jabin (1620-1678) achieved notable success for his landscapes and portraiture. His works are still highly regarded and can be found in several renowned art collections across Europe.

Another noteworthy individual with the surname Jabin was Jacques Jabin (1738-1805), a French architect who designed several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de la Légion d'Honneur and the Théâtre de l'Odéon.

The name Jabin has also been associated with various place names throughout history. For example, the village of Jabin in the Vosges region of France is believed to have derived its name from individuals bearing the surname Jabin who lived there or held land in the area.

Overall, the surname Jabin has a rich history that spans several centuries and encompasses individuals from various professions and backgrounds, including nobility, philosophy, art, and architecture. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval period and the Hebrew name "Yabin," reflecting the cultural and linguistic influences that have shaped many European surnames over time.

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FAQ

Jabin surname: questions and answers

How common is the Jabin surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 103 in 2016. That gives Jabin a modern rank of #30,515.

What does the Jabin surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin referring to one's place of origin or residence.

What does the Jabin map show?

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