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UK surname

Mannan

A surname deriving from an Arabic word meaning "charitable" or "generous".

In the 1881 census there were 5 people recorded with the Mannan surname, ranking it #33,110 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 672, ranked #7,966, up from #33,110 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Tower Hamlets and Enfield.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mannan is 713 in 2010. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 13340.0%.

1881 census count

5

Ranked #33,110

Modern count

672

2016, ranked #7,966

Peak year

2010

713 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mannan had 5 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,110 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 672 in 2016, ranked #7,966.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 47 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Mannan surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mannan surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mannan 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 16 #30,441
1861 historical 47 #28,023
1881 historical 5 #33,110
1891 historical 6 #33,800
1901 historical 25 #31,259
1911 historical 9 #32,754
1997 modern 418 #10,648
1998 modern 449 #10,428
1999 modern 461 #10,272
2000 modern 491 #9,762
2001 modern 488 #9,645
2002 modern 548 #9,000
2003 modern 569 #8,624
2004 modern 597 #8,375
2005 modern 614 #8,134
2006 modern 652 #7,782
2007 modern 671 #7,688
2008 modern 681 #7,644
2009 modern 684 #7,784
2010 modern 713 #7,667
2011 modern 684 #7,832
2012 modern 633 #8,242
2013 modern 654 #8,182
2014 modern 660 #8,149
2015 modern 668 #8,009
2016 modern 672 #7,966

Geography

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Where Mannans 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 Tower Hamlets and Enfield. 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 Tower Hamlets 019 Tower Hamlets
2 Tower Hamlets 021 Tower Hamlets
3 Tower Hamlets 017 Tower Hamlets
4 Tower Hamlets 026 Tower Hamlets
5 Enfield 030 Enfield

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mannan

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mannan

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

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Challenged Inner London Communities

Within London, Mannan is most associated with areas classed as Challenged Inner London Communities, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. 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

Resident in some of Inner London’s most over-crowded communities, many families have children and marriage/civil partnership rates are above the Supergroup average. Other adults such as students live in communal establishments. Few residents have Level 4 educational qualifications, levels of unemployment are above the Supergroup average, and employment is concentrated in service occupations such as distribution, hotels and restaurants. Relative to the Supergroup average, fewer residents identify as being of mixed/multiple ethnicities, Black or Other Asian.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Mannan 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

Mannan 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 Mannan 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 Mannan, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Mannan

The surname Mannan is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region that is now modern-day Pakistan. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "manana," which means "to think" or "to meditate." The name is thought to have been used as a descriptive title for individuals who were known for their contemplative nature or scholarly pursuits.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mannan can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to refer to philosophers, sages, and spiritual leaders. The name gained prominence during the Vedic period in ancient India, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.

In the 8th century CE, the name Mannan appeared in various historical records and manuscripts from the Sindh region of present-day Pakistan. These records include references to individuals bearing the name who were scholars, poets, and administrators in the courts of various rulers and dynasties.

One notable individual with the surname Mannan was Maulana Mannan, a revered Sufi scholar and poet who lived in the 14th century CE. He was renowned for his spiritual teachings and his contributions to the development of Sufism in the region.

Another prominent figure was Hakim Mannan, a celebrated physician and scholar who lived in the 16th century CE. He was known for his expertise in traditional Indian medicine and his writings on various medical subjects.

In the 18th century, the name Mannan was associated with several prominent families in the Punjab region of modern-day Pakistan and India. One such family was based in the town of Mannanwala, which was likely named after them or vice versa.

The surname Mannan has also been found in historical records from other parts of South Asia, including present-day Bangladesh and Nepal, suggesting that individuals bearing this name may have migrated or established roots in these regions over time.

It is worth noting that the name Mannan has undergone various spelling variations throughout history, including Manan, Manun, and Manun. Additionally, the name has been associated with various place names, such as Mannanwala, which may have influenced its spelling and pronunciation in different regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Mannan families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mannan 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. Channel Islands leads with 2 Mannans recorded in 1881 and an index of 99.01x.

County Total Index
Channel Islands 2 99.01x
Northumberland 2 19.74x
Lancashire 1 1.24x
Midlothian 1 10.96x
Yorkshire 1 1.48x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Chirton in Northumberland leads with 2 Mannans recorded in 1881 and an index of 869.57x.

Place Total Index
Chirton 2 869.57x
St Brelade 2 4000.00x
Blackburn 1 46.51x
Edinburgh St Cuthberts 1 27.25x
Horton In Bradford 1 95.24x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Ann 1
Martha 1
Mary 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
John 2
Henry 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Mannan households.

FAQ

Mannan surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mannan surname in 1881?

In 1881, 5 people were recorded with the Mannan surname. That placed it at #33,110 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mannan surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 672 in 2016. That gives Mannan a modern rank of #7,966.

What does the Mannan surname mean?

A surname deriving from an Arabic word meaning "charitable" or "generous".

What does the Mannan map show?

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