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UK surname

Khalid

An Arabic surname meaning "eternal," "immortal," or "everlasting," derived from the Arabic word "khalid."

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Khalid is 4,119 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

4,119

2016, ranked #1,647

Peak year

2016

4,119 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 4,119 in 2016, ranked #1,647.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Khalid surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Khalid surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Khalid 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 1,334 #4,312
1998 modern 1,439 #4,190
1999 modern 1,551 #3,965
2000 modern 1,661 #3,715
2001 modern 1,674 #3,622
2002 modern 1,967 #3,215
2003 modern 2,073 #3,024
2004 modern 2,241 #2,821
2005 modern 2,425 #2,607
2006 modern 2,653 #2,428
2007 modern 2,910 #2,247
2008 modern 3,108 #2,125
2009 modern 3,388 #2,024
2010 modern 3,640 #1,916
2011 modern 3,716 #1,848
2012 modern 3,771 #1,786
2013 modern 3,969 #1,721
2014 modern 4,064 #1,699
2015 modern 4,040 #1,692
2016 modern 4,119 #1,647

Geography

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Where Khalids 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 Manchester, Pollokshields East, Redbridge and Oldham. 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 Manchester 027 Manchester
2 Manchester 008 Manchester
3 Pollokshields East Glasgow City
4 Redbridge 030 Redbridge
5 Oldham 035 Oldham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Khalid

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

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

Khalid 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

Khalid 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.

1
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

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

Meaning and origin of Khalid

The surname KHALID originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the Middle East region, particularly in the Arabian Peninsula. The name is derived from the Arabic word "Khalid," which means "eternal" or "everlasting."

KHALID is believed to have first appeared as a surname in the 7th century CE, during the rise of Islam and the expansion of the Arab caliphates. It was adopted by individuals and families as a means of identification and lineage tracing.

One of the earliest known historical references to the surname KHALID can be found in the Sirat Rasul Allah, a biography of the Prophet Muhammad written in the 8th century CE. This work mentions several companions of the Prophet who bore the name KHALID, including Khalid ibn al-Walid, a renowned military commander during the early Islamic conquests.

In the 9th century CE, the name KHALID appeared in various Islamic manuscripts and records, such as the Kitab al-Aghani, a famous anthology of Arabic poetry and songs. This indicates the widespread use of the name among Arab populations during that time.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the surname KHALID. One of the most famous was Khalid ibn al-Walid (592-642 CE), a distinguished military leader and companion of the Prophet Muhammad, who led the Muslim armies to victory in numerous battles.

Another prominent figure was Al-Khalil ibn Ahmad al-Farahidi (718-791 CE), an Arab philologist and lexicographer who is credited with compiling the first Arabic dictionary and contributing significantly to the study of Arabic grammar and language.

In the medieval period, the surname KHALID was associated with various scholars and poets, such as Khalid al-Kindi (801-873 CE), a renowned Arab philosopher and mathematician, and Khalid al-Katib (1211-1288 CE), a renowned Arab poet and calligrapher.

During the Ottoman Empire, the name KHALID was often linked to notable military figures and statesmen, such as Khalid Pasha (1779-1857), an Ottoman general and statesman who played a significant role in the modernization of the Ottoman military.

In more recent times, Khalid ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud (1913-1982) was a prominent member of the Saudi royal family and served as the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia from 1965 to 1975.

These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have carried the surname KHALID, reflecting its enduring presence and significance across various cultures and time periods.

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FAQ

Khalid surname: questions and answers

How common is the Khalid surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 4,119 in 2016. That gives Khalid a modern rank of #1,647.

What does the Khalid surname mean?

An Arabic surname meaning "eternal," "immortal," or "everlasting," derived from the Arabic word "khalid."

What does the Khalid map show?

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