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UK surname

Manzoor

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "accepted" or "approved".

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Manzoor is 1,021 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

1,001

2016, ranked #5,799

Peak year

2014

1,021 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,001 in 2016, ranked #5,799.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Manzoor surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Manzoor surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Manzoor 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 380 #11,418
1998 modern 434 #10,694
1999 modern 463 #10,230
2000 modern 513 #9,441
2001 modern 520 #9,192
2002 modern 593 #8,527
2003 modern 604 #8,283
2004 modern 645 #7,884
2005 modern 687 #7,460
2006 modern 750 #6,987
2007 modern 791 #6,755
2008 modern 842 #6,476
2009 modern 902 #6,255
2010 modern 931 #6,216
2011 modern 944 #6,094
2012 modern 952 #5,968
2013 modern 978 #5,920
2014 modern 1,021 #5,761
2015 modern 1,001 #5,802
2016 modern 1,001 #5,799

Geography

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Where Manzoors 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 Pollokshields East, Woking, Bradford, Slough and Watford. 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 Pollokshields East Glasgow City
2 Woking 004 Woking
3 Bradford 042 Bradford
4 Slough 007 Slough
5 Watford 011 Watford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Manzoor

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Manzoor

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

Manzoor 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

Manzoor falls in decile 1 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.

1
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Manzoor 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 Manzoor, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Manzoor

The surname Manzoor has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have first emerged in regions where Arabic was spoken, such as the Middle East and North Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word 'manzoor,' which translates to 'praised' or 'approved.'

The earliest known records of the surname Manzoor can be traced back to the medieval era, particularly in regions under the influence of the Islamic empires. During this time, surnames were often derived from personal characteristics, occupations, or geographical locations, and Manzoor likely originated as a descriptive name given to individuals who were highly regarded or praised within their communities.

One of the earliest references to the name Manzoor can be found in the historical records of the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled over vast territories stretching from modern-day Iran to North Africa between the 8th and 13th centuries. Several notable figures bearing the surname Manzoor are mentioned in these records, including Abu Bakr al-Manzoor, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century.

In the 12th century, the name Manzoor appeared in the writings of the famous Persian poet and philosopher, Rumi. One of his disciples, known as Manzoor al-Khorasani, is mentioned in Rumi's works and is believed to have been a prominent figure in the Sufi tradition.

As the Islamic empires expanded and influenced various regions, the surname Manzoor spread to other parts of the world. In the Indian subcontinent, for instance, the name can be found among Muslim communities, particularly in regions that were once part of the Mughal Empire or other Islamic dynasties.

One notable individual with the surname Manzoor was Mirza Asadullah Khan Manzoor, a 19th-century Indian poet and scholar who wrote extensively in Persian and Urdu. Another prominent figure was Sir Manzoor Qadir, an Indian lawyer and politician who served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lucknow in the early 20th century.

In more recent times, the name Manzoor has been associated with several influential figures in various fields. For example, Manzoor Hussain Soomro, a Pakistani politician, served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, Manzoor Alam, an Indian scholar and politician, has been a prominent voice in advocating for the rights of Muslims in India.

It is important to note that while the surname Manzoor has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has since been adopted by individuals of various ethnic and religious backgrounds, particularly in regions where Arabic and Persian languages have had a significant influence.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Manzoor surname: questions and answers

How common is the Manzoor surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,001 in 2016. That gives Manzoor a modern rank of #5,799.

What does the Manzoor surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "accepted" or "approved".

What does the Manzoor map show?

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