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UK surname

Masood

An Arabic surname signifying prosperity, fortune or blessing.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Masood is 1,450 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

1,450

2016, ranked #4,236

Peak year

2016

1,450 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,450 in 2016, ranked #4,236.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Masood surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Masood surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Masood 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 5 #33,418
1891 historical 3 #34,257
1997 modern 432 #10,395
1998 modern 512 #9,414
1999 modern 550 #8,984
2000 modern 603 #8,394
2001 modern 614 #8,147
2002 modern 697 #7,542
2003 modern 759 #6,945
2004 modern 811 #6,598
2005 modern 879 #6,129
2006 modern 969 #5,697
2007 modern 1,050 #5,391
2008 modern 1,154 #4,995
2009 modern 1,215 #4,888
2010 modern 1,308 #4,680
2011 modern 1,349 #4,498
2012 modern 1,335 #4,469
2013 modern 1,397 #4,381
2014 modern 1,440 #4,303
2015 modern 1,442 #4,262
2016 modern 1,450 #4,236

Geography

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Where Masoods 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 Rochdale, Redbridge, Birmingham and Blackburn with Darwen. 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 Rochdale 015 Rochdale
2 Redbridge 030 Redbridge
3 Redbridge 032 Redbridge
4 Birmingham 139 Birmingham
5 Blackburn with Darwen 005 Blackburn with Darwen

Forenames

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First names often paired with Masood

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

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

Masood 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

Masood 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Masood is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 40-50 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 Masood, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Masood

The surname Masood has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the word "Sa'eed" meaning "blessed" or "fortunate." Its roots can be traced back to the Middle East, particularly the Arabian Peninsula, where it was commonly used by Arab tribes and families.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Masood date back to the 7th century during the Islamic Golden Age, when it was mentioned in various historical documents and manuscripts. One notable reference is found in the works of renowned Arab scholar and historian, Al-Tabari, who lived between 838 and 923 CE.

In the Middle Ages, the surname Masood was associated with individuals who had achieved success or prominence in various fields, such as scholars, poets, and military leaders. One of the most famous figures bearing this name was Nizam al-Mulk Masood, a Persian scholar and vizier to the Seljuk Empire, who lived from 1018 to 1092 CE.

As the Islamic empires expanded and trade routes flourished, the name Masood spread to other regions, including parts of South Asia and Central Asia. In the Indian subcontinent, the surname was adopted by Muslims who traced their ancestry back to Arab or Persian origins.

One notable bearer of the name Masood was Mirza Masood, a renowned Urdu poet and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He was renowned for his contributions to Urdu literature and his mastery of the Persian and Arabic languages.

Another prominent figure with the surname Masood was Liaquat Ali Khan Masood, the first Prime Minister of Pakistan, who served from 1947 to 1951. He played a crucial role in the establishment of the modern state of Pakistan and is remembered for his efforts in nation-building.

In the modern era, the surname Masood has continued to be prominent in various parts of the world, particularly in the Middle East, South Asia, and among Muslim communities globally. It has been carried by notable figures in fields such as literature, politics, and academia.

One example is Waris Shah Masood, a renowned Punjabi Sufi poet who lived in the 18th century and is best known for his epic poem "Heer Ranjha," which is considered a masterpiece of Punjabi literature.

Another notable bearer of the name Masood is Khaled Masood, a Pakistani-American academic and author who has written extensively on Islamic history, politics, and culture.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Masood surname: questions and answers

How common is the Masood surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,450 in 2016. That gives Masood a modern rank of #4,236.

What does the Masood surname mean?

An Arabic surname signifying prosperity, fortune or blessing.

What does the Masood map show?

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