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UK surname

Juma

The surname Juma is of Swahili origin, meaning "Friday" or "one born on Friday."

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Juma is 425 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

424

2016, ranked #11,328

Peak year

2010

425 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 424 in 2016, ranked #11,328.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 7 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Juma surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Juma surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Juma 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
1861 historical 6 #33,230
1891 historical 7 #33,665
1997 modern 191 #18,150
1998 modern 197 #18,283
1999 modern 210 #17,712
2000 modern 196 #18,431
2001 modern 201 #17,885
2002 modern 243 #16,147
2003 modern 263 #15,109
2004 modern 290 #14,178
2005 modern 296 #13,947
2006 modern 304 #13,797
2007 modern 321 #13,403
2008 modern 359 #12,459
2009 modern 400 #11,729
2010 modern 425 #11,423
2011 modern 410 #11,644
2012 modern 418 #11,318
2013 modern 417 #11,556
2014 modern 418 #11,614
2015 modern 413 #11,622
2016 modern 424 #11,328

Geography

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Where Jumas 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 Leicester, Brent, Manchester and Ealing. 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 Leicester 018 Leicester
2 Brent 008 Brent
3 Manchester 008 Manchester
4 Leicester 017 Leicester
5 Ealing 035 Ealing

Forenames

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First names often paired with Juma

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

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

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Juma 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

Juma 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

Juma 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 Juma 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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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Juma

The surname JUMA originated in the Arab world, particularly in areas that are now parts of modern-day Yemen, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. It likely emerged sometime in the 7th or 8th century CE during the early Islamic period. The name is derived from the Arabic word "jum'ah," which means "Friday" and is considered a holy day in Islamic tradition.

One of the earliest known references to the JUMA surname can be found in historical accounts from the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled a significant portion of the Middle East and North Africa from the 8th to the 13th century. Records from this period mention individuals with the JUMA surname, suggesting that it was in use among Arab populations during this time.

In the 10th century, the JUMA name appeared in a manuscript known as the "Kitab al-Ansab" (Book of Genealogies), written by the renowned Arab historian and genealogist, Al-Sam'ani. This work documented the lineages and family trees of various Arab tribes and clans, providing valuable insights into the origins and spread of surnames like JUMA.

During the 12th century, the JUMA surname gained further prominence when a notable scholar and historian, Abu Bakr Juma al-Ansari, was born in the city of Medina in present-day Saudi Arabia. Al-Ansari wrote several influential works on Islamic jurisprudence and history, contributing to the intellectual and cultural legacy of the Arab world.

Another significant figure bearing the JUMA surname was Shaykh Muhammad bin Juma al-Bahrani, a prominent Shia scholar and theologian who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Al-Bahrani hailed from the island of Bahrain and authored numerous influential works on Islamic theology and philosophy.

In the 19th century, the JUMA name gained further recognition with the birth of Muhammad Juma al-Bahlawan, a renowned Omani poet and author. Al-Bahlawan's literary works celebrated Omani culture and traditions, and he is considered one of the most influential poets in the region during that period.

While the JUMA surname has its roots in the Arab world, it has since spread to other parts of the globe, particularly through migration and cultural exchange. However, the earliest recorded examples and historical references to this surname can be traced back to the Arabian Peninsula and the broader Middle Eastern region, reflecting its rich cultural and linguistic heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Juma families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Juma surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Royal Navy leads with 1 Jumas recorded in 1881 and an index of 909.09x.

County Total Index
Royal Navy 1 909.09x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Royal Navy in Royal Navy leads with 1 Jumas recorded in 1881 and an index of 1000.00x.

Place Total Index
Royal Navy 1 1000.00x

FAQ

Juma surname: questions and answers

How common is the Juma surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 424 in 2016. That gives Juma a modern rank of #11,328.

What does the Juma surname mean?

The surname Juma is of Swahili origin, meaning "Friday" or "one born on Friday."

What does the Juma map show?

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