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UK surname

Lohan

A Gaelic surname of Irish origin meaning a person from Loughan, an Irish place name.

In the 1881 census there were 16 people recorded with the Lohan surname, ranking it #31,301 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 275, ranked #15,720, up from #31,301 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Kirklees, Bradford and Bolton.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lohan is 284 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 1618.8%.

1881 census count

16

Ranked #31,301

Modern count

275

2016, ranked #15,720

Peak year

2014

284 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Lohan had 16 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #31,301 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016, ranked #15,720.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 20 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Lohan surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Lohan surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Lohan 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 3 #32,890
1861 historical 5 #33,418
1881 historical 16 #31,301
1891 historical 20 #32,579
1901 historical 14 #32,506
1911 historical 14 #32,045
1997 modern 223 #16,448
1998 modern 232 #16,508
1999 modern 232 #16,594
2000 modern 227 #16,792
2001 modern 217 #17,059
2002 modern 225 #16,994
2003 modern 227 #16,718
2004 modern 226 #16,829
2005 modern 225 #16,831
2006 modern 233 #16,560
2007 modern 224 #17,193
2008 modern 231 #16,973
2009 modern 239 #16,951
2010 modern 241 #17,186
2011 modern 256 #16,383
2012 modern 263 #15,954
2013 modern 270 #15,911
2014 modern 284 #15,455
2015 modern 280 #15,485
2016 modern 275 #15,720

Geography

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Where Lohans 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 Kirklees, Bradford, Bolton and Dover. 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 Kirklees 025 Kirklees
2 Bradford 004 Bradford
3 Bolton 002 Bolton
4 Dover 005 Dover
5 Bradford 023 Bradford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Lohan

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Lohan

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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Lohan is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Lohan 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

Lohan 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 Lohan is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 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
White - Irish

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

Meaning and origin of Lohan

The surname Lohan has its origins in Ireland, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Irish Gaelic word "lodhan," which means a small meadow or a grassy patch of land. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with people who resided in or owned such meadows or grasslands.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lohan can be found in the Irish Annals, a collection of historical records and chronicles. Specifically, the name appears in the Annals of the Four Masters, which were compiled in the early 17th century by a group of Franciscan scholars. The annals mention a prominent figure named Tadhg O'Lohan, who lived in the late 16th century and was a member of the O'Lohan clan from County Clare.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the name Lohan was particularly prevalent in the counties of Clare and Limerick, where several families with this surname held land and positions of influence. One notable individual from this period was John Lohan, a wealthy landowner and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for County Clare in the Irish House of Commons in the late 18th century.

As people migrated from Ireland to other parts of the world, the Lohan surname spread to various countries. In the 19th century, several individuals with the surname Lohan can be found in records from the United States, particularly in cities with large Irish immigrant communities, such as Boston and New York.

Among the notable individuals with the surname Lohan is Anne Lohan, a renowned Irish writer and poet who lived from 1911 to 2001. Her works, which often explored themes of Irish identity and culture, earned her critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.

Another prominent figure was Michael Lohan, an Irish-American actor and filmmaker who was born in 1960. He is best known for his roles in films such as "The Wanderers" and "Bloodnight," as well as his work as a producer and director.

In the world of sports, the name Lohan has been associated with several athletes. One example is Brian Lohan, an Irish hurler who played for the Clare senior hurling team and was part of the team that won the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship in 1995 and 1997.

The surname Lohan has also been carried by individuals in various fields, such as academia, politics, and business. For instance, John Lohan was a prominent architect in the early 20th century, known for his work on several buildings in Chicago, including the Board of Trade Building and the Burnham Center.

Overall, the surname Lohan has a rich history rooted in Irish culture and traditions, with its origins dating back to the 16th century. Throughout the centuries, individuals with this surname have made significant contributions across various domains, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical landscape.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Lohan families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lohan 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. Lancashire leads with 6 Lohans recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.24x.

County Total Index
Lancashire 6 3.24x
Derbyshire 4 16.38x
Kent 3 5.64x
Cheshire 2 5.81x
Essex 1 3.25x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Eckington in Derbyshire leads with 4 Lohans recorded in 1881 and an index of 677.97x.

Place Total Index
Eckington 4 677.97x
Haydock 4 1250.00x
Greenwich 3 120.97x
Sale 2 476.19x
Gorton 1 57.47x
West Thurrock 1 1000.00x
Woolston With 1 3333.33x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Jane 1
Julia 1
Margaret 1
Mary 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
John 4
Edward 2
Thomas 2
Colombus 1
Michl. 1
Patrick 1
Patt 1

FAQ

Lohan surname: questions and answers

How common was the Lohan surname in 1881?

In 1881, 16 people were recorded with the Lohan surname. That placed it at #31,301 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Lohan surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016. That gives Lohan a modern rank of #15,720.

What does the Lohan surname mean?

A Gaelic surname of Irish origin meaning a person from Loughan, an Irish place name.

What does the Lohan map show?

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