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UK surname

Mahil

An Indian surname derived from a caste or community name.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mahil is 411 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

396

2016, ranked #11,967

Peak year

2010

411 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 396 in 2016, ranked #11,967.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Mahil surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mahil surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mahil 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 247 #15,399
1998 modern 303 #13,809
1999 modern 315 #13,524
2000 modern 313 #13,541
2001 modern 312 #13,392
2002 modern 337 #12,965
2003 modern 350 #12,417
2004 modern 344 #12,597
2005 modern 341 #12,605
2006 modern 364 #12,106
2007 modern 371 #12,053
2008 modern 364 #12,328
2009 modern 380 #12,198
2010 modern 411 #11,723
2011 modern 402 #11,828
2012 modern 370 #12,417
2013 modern 395 #12,035
2014 modern 389 #12,258
2015 modern 388 #12,188
2016 modern 396 #11,967

Geography

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Where Mahils 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 Slough, Redbridge, Bexley and Stafford. 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 Slough 004 Slough
2 Redbridge 034 Redbridge
3 Bexley 003 Bexley
4 Stafford 011 Stafford
5 Stafford 010 Stafford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mahil

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

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

Mahil 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

Mahil falls in decile 3 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.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mahil 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Mahil

The surname MAHIL has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of India. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Mahila," which means "woman" or "lady."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname MAHIL can be found in ancient Sanskrit texts and inscriptions from the region. These references often mentioned individuals with this surname as being part of influential families or holding positions of power and respect within their communities.

During the Mughal Empire, which ruled over much of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to the 19th century, the MAHIL surname was associated with several notable figures. One such individual was Raja Mahil Singh, a prominent ruler in the region of present-day Rajasthan, who lived in the 17th century and was known for his military prowess and administrative skills.

In the 18th century, the name MAHIL gained further prominence with the rise of the Maratha Empire. Several individuals with this surname held important positions within the Maratha nobility and military ranks. One notable figure was Malhar Rao Mahil, a renowned Maratha commander who played a significant role in the expansion of the empire under the leadership of Peshwa Baji Rao I.

As the British colonial rule expanded in India during the 19th century, the MAHIL surname was recorded in various official documents and records. Some notable individuals from this period include Rao Mahil Singh, a influential landowner and philanthropist in the region of Uttar Pradesh, and Thakur Mahil Singh, a prominent politician and social reformer in the state of Rajasthan.

Throughout the centuries, the MAHIL surname has been associated with various professions, including landowners, warriors, administrators, and intellectuals. It is a name that carries a rich history and cultural significance, reflecting the diverse and ancient heritage of the Indian subcontinent.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mahil surname: questions and answers

How common is the Mahil surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 396 in 2016. That gives Mahil a modern rank of #11,967.

What does the Mahil surname mean?

An Indian surname derived from a caste or community name.

What does the Mahil map show?

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