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UK surname

Nagra

A locational surname of South Asian origin referring to someone from Nagra or a village with a similar name.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Ealing, Coventry and Warwick.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Nagra is 1,166 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

1,094

2016, ranked #5,359

Peak year

2011

1,166 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,094 in 2016, ranked #5,359.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Suburban Professionals.

Nagra surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Nagra surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Nagra 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 762 #6,796
1998 modern 827 #6,585
1999 modern 859 #6,430
2000 modern 914 #6,113
2001 modern 901 #6,083
2002 modern 959 #5,876
2003 modern 976 #5,706
2004 modern 1,004 #5,580
2005 modern 992 #5,594
2006 modern 1,026 #5,444
2007 modern 1,048 #5,403
2008 modern 1,069 #5,336
2009 modern 1,098 #5,326
2010 modern 1,151 #5,237
2011 modern 1,166 #5,108
2012 modern 1,100 #5,290
2013 modern 1,130 #5,258
2014 modern 1,128 #5,291
2015 modern 1,110 #5,315
2016 modern 1,094 #5,359

Geography

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Where Nagras 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 Ealing, Coventry, Warwick and Leicester. 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 Ealing 026 Ealing
2 Coventry 005 Coventry
3 Warwick 010 Warwick
4 Leicester 027 Leicester
5 Leicester 025 Leicester

Forenames

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First names often paired with Nagra

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

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

Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals

Group

Suburban Professionals

Nationally, the Nagra surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Suburban Professionals, within Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals. This does not mean every Nagra household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Employment in this Group is typically in managerial and professional occupations, and education to degree level is common. Residents are typically of working age, many of whom identify with an Indian ethnicity. Households are unlikely to be of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities, and English is not the main language used in some households. This Group is found on the outskirts of most conurbations as well as in the suburbs of some free-standing towns.

Wider pattern

Those working within the managerial, professional and administrative occupations typically reflect a wide range of ethnic groups, and reside in detached or semi-detached housing. Their residential locations at the edges of cities and conurbations and car-based lifestyles are more characteristic of Supergroup membership than birthplace or participation in child-rearing. Houses are typically owner-occupied and marriage rates are lower than the national average. This Supergroup is found throughout suburban UK.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Nagra 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

Nagra 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

Nagra 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Nagra 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Nagra

The surname Nagra is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the northern regions of India and Pakistan. Its roots can be traced back to the Sanskrit language, where "Nagara" meant a town or city dweller. Over time, the name may have evolved from this word, potentially signifying an individual's association with urban settlements.

The earliest known references to the name Nagra can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, dating back several centuries. It is also mentioned in some historical records and chronicles from the medieval era in the Indian subcontinent. One notable example is the mention of a warrior named Nagra in the 16th-century Akbarnama, a biographical account of the Mughal Emperor Akbar's reign.

In the 19th century, the surname Nagra gained prominence with the birth of Sardar Hari Singh Nagra (1893-1983), a distinguished Indian freedom fighter and politician. He played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and later served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, which drafted the country's constitution.

Another significant figure bearing the Nagra surname was Bhai Vir Singh (1872-1957), a renowned Sikh theologian, writer, and scholar. He was a prominent figure in the revival of the Punjabi language and literature and is revered for his contributions to Sikh philosophy and teachings.

In more recent times, Jaspinder Singh Nagra (born 1974) has made a name for himself as a successful Indian-Canadian writer and poet. His works often explore themes of identity, migration, and cultural heritage, earning him critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.

Additionally, the name Nagra has been associated with the town of Nagra in the Indian state of Rajasthan, which may have served as a historical reference point for individuals bearing this surname. Some variations of the name, such as Nagra and Nagar, have also been observed in different regions.

Overall, the surname Nagra has a rich historical lineage, rooted in the cultural and linguistic traditions of the Indian subcontinent. Its origins can be traced back to ancient times, and it has been carried by numerous notable figures throughout history, spanning various fields and regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Nagra surname: questions and answers

How common is the Nagra surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,094 in 2016. That gives Nagra a modern rank of #5,359.

What does the Nagra surname mean?

A locational surname of South Asian origin referring to someone from Nagra or a village with a similar name.

What does the Nagra map show?

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