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UK surname

Mansoor

A surname meaning "Victor" or "Triumphant" in Arabic.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Blackburn with Darwen, Haringey and Bradford.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mansoor is 800 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

797

2016, ranked #6,943

Peak year

2014

800 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 797 in 2016, ranked #6,943.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Mansoor surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mansoor surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mansoor 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
1861 historical 1 #34,435
1901 historical 1 #34,548
1911 historical 1 #34,332
1997 modern 329 #12,734
1998 modern 349 #12,567
1999 modern 374 #12,026
2000 modern 404 #11,306
2001 modern 394 #11,344
2002 modern 441 #10,618
2003 modern 469 #9,940
2004 modern 488 #9,675
2005 modern 543 #8,873
2006 modern 587 #8,420
2007 modern 638 #7,984
2008 modern 674 #7,695
2009 modern 736 #7,358
2010 modern 781 #7,160
2011 modern 773 #7,144
2012 modern 792 #6,898
2013 modern 786 #7,071
2014 modern 800 #7,001
2015 modern 792 #6,990
2016 modern 797 #6,943

Geography

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Where Mansoors 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 Blackburn with Darwen, Haringey, Bradford, Barnet and Kirklees. 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 Blackburn with Darwen 002 Blackburn with Darwen
2 Haringey 029 Haringey
3 Bradford 049 Bradford
4 Barnet 018 Barnet
5 Kirklees 024 Kirklees

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mansoor

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mansoor

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

Mansoor 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

Mansoor 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 Mansoor 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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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Mansoor

The surname Mansoor has its origins in the Arabic language and can be traced back to regions of the Middle East and North Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word "manṣūr," which means "victorious" or "triumphant." It was a title bestowed upon individuals who achieved significant victories or successes, particularly in military campaigns or battles.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Mansoor date back to the 7th and 8th centuries, during the rise of the Islamic caliphates. It was often used as a honorific title or a surname for those who displayed bravery and valiant efforts on the battlefield. As the Arabic culture and language spread across various regions, the name Mansoor gained prominence and became adopted by different communities.

One of the earliest known historical references to the name Mansoor can be found in the writings of al-Tabari, a renowned Persian scholar and historian from the 9th century. He documented the life and achievements of various Islamic rulers and military leaders, including those who bore the title or surname Mansoor.

Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the surname Mansoor. One prominent example is Abu Jafar Mansoor, who ruled as the second Abbasid caliph from 754 to 775 CE. He played a crucial role in establishing the Abbasid Caliphate and was known for his military conquests and patronage of the arts and sciences.

Another significant figure was Ahmed al-Mansoor, the 16th-century ruler of the Saadi dynasty in Morocco. He is remembered for his successful campaigns against the Portuguese and his efforts to consolidate power within the kingdom. His birth and death dates are recorded as 1549 and 1603, respectively.

In the Indian subcontinent, the name Mansoor was also associated with nobility and military prowess. One notable example is Mirza Mansoor Ali Khan Siddiqui, a Nawab (ruler) of the princely state of Bahawalpur in present-day Pakistan. He lived from 1904 to 1966 and was known for his philanthropic efforts and patronage of education.

The surname Mansoor can also be found in various regions of the Middle East, including countries like Iran, Iraq, and Syria. One prominent figure from Iran was Mansoor Hashemi Khorasani, a Shia Muslim scholar and philosopher who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries (1865-1919).

While the surname Mansoor has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has also been adopted by people of different ethnicities and religions over the centuries, particularly in regions where Arabic influence was significant. The name continues to carry a sense of triumph and victory, reflecting its historical origins and associations.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mansoor surname: questions and answers

How common is the Mansoor surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 797 in 2016. That gives Mansoor a modern rank of #6,943.

What does the Mansoor surname mean?

A surname meaning "Victor" or "Triumphant" in Arabic.

What does the Mansoor map show?

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