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UK surname

Mumtaz

A surname meaning "exalted" or "eminent" in Persian.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mumtaz is 851 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

851

2016, ranked #6,573

Peak year

2016

851 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 851 in 2016, ranked #6,573.
  • 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.

Mumtaz surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mumtaz surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mumtaz 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
1997 modern 340 #12,428
1998 modern 387 #11,640
1999 modern 399 #11,463
2000 modern 424 #10,919
2001 modern 427 #10,673
2002 modern 478 #9,963
2003 modern 515 #9,288
2004 modern 537 #9,015
2005 modern 597 #8,299
2006 modern 635 #7,950
2007 modern 674 #7,666
2008 modern 708 #7,416
2009 modern 757 #7,198
2010 modern 811 #6,940
2011 modern 794 #6,998
2012 modern 799 #6,835
2013 modern 830 #6,747
2014 modern 844 #6,692
2015 modern 843 #6,662
2016 modern 851 #6,573

Geography

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Where Mumtaz' 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 Birmingham, East Staffordshire, Walsall and Bradford. 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 Birmingham 140 Birmingham
2 East Staffordshire 011 East Staffordshire
3 Birmingham 082 Birmingham
4 Walsall 034 Walsall
5 Bradford 051 Bradford

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mumtaz

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

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

Mumtaz 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Mumtaz 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 Mumtaz 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 Mumtaz, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Mumtaz

The surname MUMTAZ is of Persian origin and traces its roots back to the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the Persian words "mumt?z" meaning "distinguished" or "eminent". It is believed that the name was originally bestowed upon individuals who held esteemed positions or displayed exceptional qualities.

During the reign of the Mughal Empire, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th century, the name MUMTAZ gained prominence among the nobility and affluent classes. One of the earliest and most renowned bearers of this name was Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved wife of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Born Arjumand Banu Begum in 1593, she was given the name "Mumtaz Mahal" meaning "Jewel of the Palace" after her marriage in 1612. Her untimely death in 1631 during childbirth prompted Shah Jahan to construct the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra as a mausoleum in her honor.

Records from the Mughal era indicate that the name MUMTAZ was commonly used among the aristocracy and influential families. It is possible that some historical figures bearing this name were mentioned in manuscripts or imperial records, though specific examples are scarce.

In the post-Mughal period, the name MUMTAZ continued to be used by various communities across the Indian subcontinent. One notable bearer of this surname was Mumtaz Ali Khan (1750-1835), a prominent nobleman and statesman who served as the Nawab of Bengal during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Another significant figure bearing the MUMTAZ surname was Mumtaz Begum (1908-1987), a renowned Indian classical singer and actress who was considered a pioneer in the field of Hindustani music. She was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian honor, for her contributions to the arts.

In the realm of literature, Mumtaz Shirin (1925-1992) was a celebrated Urdu novelist and short story writer from Pakistan. Her works explored themes of social injustice, gender dynamics, and the struggles of women in traditional societies.

While the surname MUMTAZ has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has also been adopted by various communities across the world, reflecting the cultural and historical influences of the Mughal Empire. However, it is important to note that the name's origins and associations trace back to the Persian language and the illustrious era of the Mughals in South Asia.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mumtaz surname: questions and answers

How common is the Mumtaz surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 851 in 2016. That gives Mumtaz a modern rank of #6,573.

What does the Mumtaz surname mean?

A surname meaning "exalted" or "eminent" in Persian.

What does the Mumtaz map show?

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