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UK surname

Lall

A surname indicating someone short in stature.

In the 1881 census there were 2 people recorded with the Lall surname, ranking it #33,721 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 1,042, ranked #5,595, up from #33,721 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hounslow, Coventry and Ealing.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lall is 1,116 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 52000.0%.

1881 census count

2

Ranked #33,721

Modern count

1,042

2016, ranked #5,595

Peak year

2011

1,116 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Lall had 2 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,721 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,042 in 2016, ranked #5,595.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 37 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Lall surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Lall surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Lall 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 1 #33,412
1861 historical 37 #29,339
1881 historical 2 #33,721
1891 historical 22 #32,449
1901 historical 12 #32,772
1911 historical 14 #32,045
1997 modern 832 #6,342
1998 modern 874 #6,298
1999 modern 895 #6,227
2000 modern 909 #6,133
2001 modern 898 #6,102
2002 modern 960 #5,869
2003 modern 965 #5,762
2004 modern 975 #5,710
2005 modern 999 #5,555
2006 modern 1,052 #5,330
2007 modern 1,066 #5,316
2008 modern 1,078 #5,304
2009 modern 1,103 #5,308
2010 modern 1,114 #5,375
2011 modern 1,116 #5,311
2012 modern 1,047 #5,510
2013 modern 1,048 #5,613
2014 modern 1,052 #5,615
2015 modern 1,043 #5,608
2016 modern 1,042 #5,595

Geography

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Where Lalls 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 Hounslow, Coventry, Ealing and Slough. 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 Hounslow 004 Hounslow
2 Coventry 005 Coventry
3 Hounslow 021 Hounslow
4 Ealing 037 Ealing
5 Slough 007 Slough

Forenames

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First names often paired with Lall

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Lall

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

Lall 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Lall falls in decile 6 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

6
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Lall 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Lall

The surname Lall has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of India and Pakistan. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "lala," which means "beloved" or "dear." The name can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 12th to 15th centuries.

One of the earliest known references to the name Lall can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document compiled during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This document mentions several individuals with the surname Lall who held important positions in the Mughal court.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Lall Khan served as the governor of Multan, a city in present-day Pakistan, under the Mughal Empire. He was known for his administrative skills and his contributions to the development of the region.

During the 18th century, the name Lall was associated with several influential families in the northern Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. One notable individual was Raja Lall Singh (1734-1784), a ruler of the princely state of Bharatpur, who played a significant role in the political affairs of the region.

In the 19th century, Lall Khan (1819-1856) was a renowned poet and writer from Lahore, now in Pakistan. He was widely celebrated for his contribution to Punjabi literature and his works, which reflected the cultural and social aspects of his time.

Another notable figure was Sir Lall Mohun Ghose (1848-1909), a prominent lawyer and judge from Bengal, who became the first Indian to be appointed as a member of the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in London.

As the Lall surname spread across the Indian subcontinent, it evolved into various spellings and variations, such as Lal, Lalla, and Lalla. Some of these variations were influenced by local dialects and languages, while others were adaptations made during the migration of families to different regions.

Throughout history, the surname Lall has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including scholars, artists, warriors, and political leaders. Despite its origins in the Indian subcontinent, the name has gained recognition globally, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the region.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Lall families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lall 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. Essex leads with 1 Lalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 26.25x.

County Total Index
Essex 1 26.25x
Yorkshire 1 5.23x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. East Ham in Essex leads with 1 Lalls recorded in 1881 and an index of 1428.57x.

Place Total Index
East Ham 1 1428.57x
Sculcoates 1 333.33x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Lall surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Joseph 1
Mahomed 1

FAQ

Lall surname: questions and answers

How common was the Lall surname in 1881?

In 1881, 2 people were recorded with the Lall surname. That placed it at #33,721 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Lall surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,042 in 2016. That gives Lall a modern rank of #5,595.

What does the Lall surname mean?

A surname indicating someone short in stature.

What does the Lall map show?

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