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UK surname

Jawaid

A surname of Arabic origin meaning generous or munificent.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include North Lincolnshire, Oldham and Ibrox East and Cessnock.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Jawaid is 324 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

322

2016, ranked #14,033

Peak year

2013

324 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 322 in 2016, ranked #14,033.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Jawaid surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Jawaid surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Jawaid 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 153 #20,868
1998 modern 152 #21,481
1999 modern 174 #19,870
2000 modern 204 #17,987
2001 modern 200 #17,948
2002 modern 218 #17,338
2003 modern 230 #16,549
2004 modern 228 #16,723
2005 modern 241 #16,036
2006 modern 253 #15,602
2007 modern 280 #14,694
2008 modern 286 #14,618
2009 modern 304 #14,287
2010 modern 319 #14,110
2011 modern 317 #14,059
2012 modern 303 #14,415
2013 modern 324 #13,961
2014 modern 321 #14,150
2015 modern 318 #14,155
2016 modern 322 #14,033

Geography

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Where Jawaids 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 North Lincolnshire, Oldham, Ibrox East and Cessnock, Blackburn with Darwen and East Staffordshire. 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 North Lincolnshire 007 North Lincolnshire
2 Oldham 035 Oldham
3 Ibrox East and Cessnock Glasgow City
4 Blackburn with Darwen 003 Blackburn with Darwen
5 East Staffordshire 011 East Staffordshire

Forenames

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First names often paired with Jawaid

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Jawaid

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

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Jawaid 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

Jawaid 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

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

Meaning and origin of Jawaid

The surname "JAWAID" is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the regions of present-day Pakistan and northern India. The name can be traced back to the Arabic word "jawaid," which means "generosity" or "benevolence."

In the medieval Islamic world, surnames often derived from personal qualities, occupations, or places of origin. The surname "JAWAID" likely emerged as a descriptive name, signifying an individual or family known for their generosity and kindness.

Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name "JAWAID" can be found in historical documents and records from the Mughal Empire, which ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to the 19th century. During this period, the name appeared in various administrative records, tax registers, and court chronicles.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname "JAWAID" was Mirza Jawaid Baig, a 17th-century Mughal nobleman and military commander who served under Emperor Aurangzeb. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was known for his bravery and leadership skills.

Another prominent individual with the surname "JAWAID" was Hakim Jawaid, a renowned physician and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He authored several treatises on traditional Unani medicine and was highly respected for his contributions to the field of medical sciences.

In the 19th century, the name "JAWAID" gained further recognition with the birth of Sir Muhammad Iqbal Jawaid, a prominent lawyer and judge in British India. He served as the Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court and was instrumental in shaping the legal system during the colonial era.

As the centuries progressed, the surname "JAWAID" spread across various regions of the Indian subcontinent, with families bearing this name settling in different parts of what is now Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

Another notable figure with the surname "JAWAID" was Ishrat Jawaid, a Pakistani writer and poet who gained acclaim for her literary works in the 20th century. Her poetry often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning her critical acclaim and numerous awards.

The name "JAWAID" has also been associated with various place names and localities in the Indian subcontinent, such as Jawaidu, a village in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan, and Jawaid Nagar, a neighborhood in the city of Karachi.

While the surname "JAWAID" has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities, carrying with it the rich cultural heritage and history of its origins.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Jawaid surname: questions and answers

How common is the Jawaid surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 322 in 2016. That gives Jawaid a modern rank of #14,033.

What does the Jawaid surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning generous or munificent.

What does the Jawaid map show?

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