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UK surname

Mohamedali

An Arabic surname meaning "devotee of Muhammad" or "servant of Muhammad".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Leicester, Brent and Harrow.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mohamedali is 182 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

177

2016, ranked #21,230

Peak year

2013

182 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016, ranked #21,230.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Mohamedali surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mohamedali surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mohamedali 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 63 #31,335
1998 modern 73 #30,681
1999 modern 84 #29,700
2000 modern 76 #30,578
2001 modern 75 #30,481
2002 modern 92 #29,040
2003 modern 97 #28,217
2004 modern 107 #26,899
2005 modern 112 #26,114
2006 modern 120 #25,269
2007 modern 126 #24,860
2008 modern 133 #24,350
2009 modern 141 #23,907
2010 modern 140 #24,569
2011 modern 147 #23,627
2012 modern 173 #21,135
2013 modern 182 #20,795
2014 modern 177 #21,340
2015 modern 173 #21,542
2016 modern 177 #21,230

Geography

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Where Mohamedalis 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 Leicester, Brent, Harrow and Barnet. 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 Leicester 018 Leicester
2 Brent 014 Brent
3 Harrow 024 Harrow
4 Harrow 032 Harrow
5 Barnet 021 Barnet

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mohamedali

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

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

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Mohamedali surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Mohamedali household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

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

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Mohamedali is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, 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 residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

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

Mohamedali 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

Mohamedali 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 Mohamedali 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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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Mohamedali

The surname MOHAMEDALI has its origins in the Arab world, specifically in regions where Arabic is the predominant language. This compound name is derived from the Arabic words "Muhammad" and "Ali," which are both highly revered names in Islamic tradition.

The name "Muhammad" is the personal name of the Prophet of Islam, and "Ali" refers to Ali ibn Abi Talib, who was the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, as well as the first male descendant of the Prophet. The combination of these two names likely originated as a way to honor and pay tribute to these two significant figures in Islamic history.

Records of the surname MOHAMEDALI can be traced back to the medieval era, when it appeared in various Arabic manuscripts and historical documents. One notable example is the presence of individuals with this surname in the "Kitab al-Ansab" (Book of Genealogies), a comprehensive genealogical work compiled in the 11th century by the renowned scholar and historian, Al-Sam'ani.

In the 14th century, the name MOHAMEDALI is mentioned in the writings of Ibn Battuta, a famous Moroccan explorer and traveler. He documented encountering individuals with this surname during his extensive travels across the Islamic world.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the surname MOHAMEDALI was Ali ibn Muhammad al-Mohamedali, a scholar and poet who lived in Andalusia (present-day Spain) during the 12th century. His works and literary contributions are still studied and celebrated by scholars of Arabic literature.

Another notable figure with the surname MOHAMEDALI was Syed Muhammad Ali Mohamedali, a prominent Indian Muslim leader and activist who lived from 1878 to 1931. He played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and worked alongside figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

In the realm of modern history, one cannot overlook Mostafa Kamal Mohamedali, an Egyptian diplomat and statesman who served as the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States from 1964 to 1972. His efforts in promoting Arab unity and resolving regional conflicts earned him widespread recognition and respect.

The surname MOHAMEDALI has also been associated with various place names and geographical locations throughout the Arab world, reflecting the widespread distribution of individuals bearing this name. Examples include the town of Mohamedali in Egypt and the village of Al-Mohamedali in Lebanon.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mohamedali surname: questions and answers

How common is the Mohamedali surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 177 in 2016. That gives Mohamedali a modern rank of #21,230.

What does the Mohamedali surname mean?

An Arabic surname meaning "devotee of Muhammad" or "servant of Muhammad".

What does the Mohamedali map show?

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