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UK surname

Nasir

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "helper" or "protector," derived from the Arabic word "nasr" meaning "victory."

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Nasir is 1,808 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

1,808

2016, ranked #3,499

Peak year

2016

1,808 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 1,808 in 2016, ranked #3,499.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Nasir surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Nasir surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Nasir 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 558 #8,562
1998 modern 615 #8,248
1999 modern 658 #7,874
2000 modern 718 #7,364
2001 modern 703 #7,344
2002 modern 819 #6,644
2003 modern 878 #6,193
2004 modern 940 #5,891
2005 modern 1,005 #5,526
2006 modern 1,132 #5,006
2007 modern 1,209 #4,784
2008 modern 1,299 #4,513
2009 modern 1,418 #4,289
2010 modern 1,498 #4,187
2011 modern 1,531 #4,082
2012 modern 1,586 #3,880
2013 modern 1,703 #3,699
2014 modern 1,780 #3,572
2015 modern 1,787 #3,542
2016 modern 1,808 #3,499

Geography

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Where Nasirs 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 Manchester, Redbridge, Bradford, Merton and Birmingham. 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 Manchester 027 Manchester
2 Redbridge 030 Redbridge
3 Bradford 042 Bradford
4 Merton 023 Merton
5 Birmingham 140 Birmingham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Nasir

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

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

Nasir 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

Nasir 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.

1
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Nasir 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 Nasir, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Nasir

The surname Nasir has its origins in the Arabic language, where it is a descriptive name meaning "the helper" or "the victorious one." The name can be traced back to the Middle Eastern region, particularly the Arabian Peninsula, during the early Islamic period around the 7th century AD.

As the Islamic faith spread across the Middle East and beyond, the name Nasir became more widespread. It was adopted by individuals who embraced Islam or had ancestors who converted to the religion. The earliest recorded instances of the surname Nasir can be found in historical documents and manuscripts from the region.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname Nasir was Abu al-Nasr al-Farabi, a renowned philosopher, logician, and scientist born in modern-day Kazakhstan around 870 AD. He made significant contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and music theory, and his works had a profound influence on the development of Islamic and Western philosophy.

Another prominent individual with the surname Nasir was Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, a Persian polymath born in Tus, Iran, in 1201 AD. He was a renowned scholar, astronomer, and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy, geometry, and theology. His works, including the influential astronomical treatise "Zij-i Ilkhani," had a lasting impact on the scientific community of his time.

In the Indian subcontinent, the surname Nasir gained prominence during the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire periods. One notable figure was Nasir Khan, a military commander and governor who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century. He played a crucial role in the conquest and administration of various regions during Akbar's reign.

The surname Nasir has also been associated with other historical figures, such as Nasir al-Din Shah Qajar, the ruler of Persia (modern-day Iran) from 1848 to 1896. He oversaw significant reforms and modernization efforts during his reign, including the establishment of the first modern university in Iran.

In more recent times, the surname Nasir has been carried by individuals from various parts of the world, including the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. It has been adopted by people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting the widespread influence of the Arabic language and the Islamic faith throughout history.

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FAQ

Nasir surname: questions and answers

How common is the Nasir surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 1,808 in 2016. That gives Nasir a modern rank of #3,499.

What does the Nasir surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "helper" or "protector," derived from the Arabic word "nasr" meaning "victory."

What does the Nasir map show?

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