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UK surname

Morar

An ethnic name for someone originally from the region of Morar, Scotland.

In the 1881 census there were 5 people recorded with the Morar surname, ranking it #33,110 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 413, ranked #11,609, up from #33,110 in 1881.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Morar is 413 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 8160.0%.

1881 census count

5

Ranked #33,110

Modern count

413

2016, ranked #11,609

Peak year

2016

413 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Morar had 5 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,110 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 413 in 2016, ranked #11,609.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 15 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Morar surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Morar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Morar 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 8 #31,867
1861 historical 13 #32,208
1881 historical 5 #33,110
1891 historical 15 #32,956
1911 historical 7 #33,083
1997 modern 196 #17,859
1998 modern 195 #18,397
1999 modern 202 #18,127
2000 modern 212 #17,554
2001 modern 206 #17,624
2002 modern 231 #16,677
2003 modern 223 #16,905
2004 modern 241 #16,086
2005 modern 239 #16,144
2006 modern 260 #15,329
2007 modern 258 #15,554
2008 modern 286 #14,618
2009 modern 309 #14,135
2010 modern 329 #13,818
2011 modern 335 #13,528
2012 modern 358 #12,724
2013 modern 390 #12,151
2014 modern 393 #12,168
2015 modern 394 #12,038
2016 modern 413 #11,609

Geography

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Where Morars 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, Haringey, Bolton and Redbridge. 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 007 Leicester
2 Brent 004 Brent
3 Haringey 012 Haringey
4 Bolton 024 Bolton
5 Redbridge 036 Redbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Morar

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Morar

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

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Morar is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. 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

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Morar 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

Morar 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 Morar 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Morar

The surname Morar has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the state of Rajasthan, India. The name is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "Mor," which means "peacock." This connection likely stems from the region's association with the vibrant and majestic peacock, a bird revered in Indian culture and mythology.

One of the earliest records of the surname Morar dates back to the 16th century, where it appeared in various historical documents and manuscripts from the Rajput kingdoms of Rajasthan. The name was particularly prominent among the Rajput warrior clans, who were known for their bravery and military prowess.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the surname Morar was Maharaja Morar Singh, a Rajput ruler who governed the princely state of Kishangarh from 1658 to 1677. His reign was marked by significant contributions to the region's art and architecture, including the construction of several forts and temples.

Another prominent individual with the surname Morar was Rani Morar Kunwar, a Rajput queen who lived in the 18th century. She was the wife of Raja Ajit Singh of the Bhadauria clan and was renowned for her wisdom, courage, and leadership during times of conflict.

In the 19th century, the name Morar gained further recognition with the birth of Morar Gopal Singh (1825-1890), a renowned scholar and author from Rajasthan. His works on Rajput history, culture, and literature are widely regarded as invaluable contributions to the preservation of the region's heritage.

Interestingly, the surname Morar also has connections to place names in Rajasthan. For instance, the town of Morar, located in the Gwalior district, is believed to have derived its name from the surname itself, suggesting the presence of a significant population bearing the name in that area.

While the surname Morar originated in India, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots remain deeply intertwined with the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan and the Rajput tradition.

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1881 census detail

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Morar families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Morar 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. Cornwall leads with 4 Morars recorded in 1881 and an index of 72.86x.

County Total Index
Cornwall 4 72.86x
Middlesex 1 2.06x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Gwinear in Cornwall leads with 4 Morars recorded in 1881 and an index of 13333.33x.

Place Total Index
Gwinear 4 13333.33x
Hammersmith London 1 84.03x

Top female names

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

Name Count
Hester 1
Kate 1
Maria 1

Top male names

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

Name Count
Patrick 1
Richard 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 Morar households.

FAQ

Morar surname: questions and answers

How common was the Morar surname in 1881?

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

How common is the Morar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 413 in 2016. That gives Morar a modern rank of #11,609.

What does the Morar surname mean?

An ethnic name for someone originally from the region of Morar, Scotland.

What does the Morar map show?

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