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UK surname

Khawar

A surname originating from the Arabic word meaning "singer" or "conversant".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Cardiff, Camden and Waltham Forest.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Khawar is 182 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

182

2016, ranked #20,890

Peak year

2016

182 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 182 in 2016, ranked #20,890.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Khawar surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Khawar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Khawar 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 50 #32,658
1998 modern 43 #33,557
1999 modern 56 #32,461
2000 modern 61 #32,039
2001 modern 64 #31,602
2002 modern 71 #31,351
2003 modern 73 #31,186
2004 modern 78 #30,919
2005 modern 90 #29,527
2006 modern 96 #28,946
2007 modern 109 #27,253
2008 modern 123 #25,505
2009 modern 131 #25,056
2010 modern 146 #23,921
2011 modern 155 #22,790
2012 modern 169 #21,437
2013 modern 174 #21,401
2014 modern 180 #21,115
2015 modern 178 #21,149
2016 modern 182 #20,890

Geography

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Where Khawars 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 Cardiff, Camden, Waltham Forest and Pollokshields East. 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 Cardiff 042 Cardiff
2 Camden 008 Camden
3 Waltham Forest 017 Waltham Forest
4 Pollokshields East Glasgow City
5 Waltham Forest 009 Waltham Forest

Forenames

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First names often paired with Khawar

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Khawar

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

Khawar 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

Khawar 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

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

Meaning and origin of Khawar

The surname KHAWAR finds its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Pakistan. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, approximately between the 10th and 13th centuries. The name is derived from the Persian word "khavar," which means "east" or "eastern."

In ancient manuscripts and records from the region, the name KHAWAR appeared in various spellings, such as "Khawar," "Khavar," and "Khawer." These variations likely arose due to regional dialects and the influence of different languages in the area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name KHAWAR can be found in the chronicles of the Delhi Sultanate, which ruled over parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 13th to the 16th centuries. Historical accounts mention individuals bearing this surname who held positions of influence and power during this period.

Notably, Malik Khawar Khan, a prominent military commander and governor, served under the Delhi Sultanate in the 14th century. He played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Sultanate's territories.

Another notable figure was Khawaja Khawar, a renowned Sufi saint and scholar who lived in the 15th century. He was revered for his spiritual teachings and contributions to the region's cultural and intellectual landscape.

In the 16th century, the name KHAWAR appears in records related to the Mughal Empire. During this time, individuals with this surname held various administrative and military positions within the Mughal court and bureaucracy.

Moving forward in history, the name KHAWAR can be found in the records of the Maratha Empire, which dominated parts of the Indian subcontinent in the 17th and 18th centuries. Sardar Khawar Khan, a prominent military leader, played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha territories.

Additionally, the surname KHAWAR has been associated with several notable figures in the field of literature and poetry. One such example is Mirza Khawar Beg, a celebrated Urdu poet who lived in the 19th century and made valuable contributions to the literary heritage of the region.

Throughout its history, the surname KHAWAR has been closely tied to the cultural and political landscapes of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in areas now encompassed by Pakistan. Its origins and evolution reflect the region's rich tapestry of languages, empires, and cultural influences.

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FAQ

Khawar surname: questions and answers

How common is the Khawar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 182 in 2016. That gives Khawar a modern rank of #20,890.

What does the Khawar surname mean?

A surname originating from the Arabic word meaning "singer" or "conversant".

What does the Khawar map show?

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