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UK surname

Ngan

A Vietnamese surname traditionally associated with the Hoa ethnic minority.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Havering, Greenwich and Croydon.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ngan is 183 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

183

2016, ranked #20,813

Peak year

2016

183 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 183 in 2016, ranked #20,813.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1851.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Ngan surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Ngan surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Ngan 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 5 #32,456
1911 historical 1 #34,332
1997 modern 101 #26,774
1998 modern 108 #26,417
1999 modern 109 #26,439
2000 modern 119 #25,072
2001 modern 117 #24,974
2002 modern 128 #24,150
2003 modern 124 #24,378
2004 modern 122 #24,812
2005 modern 129 #23,963
2006 modern 142 #22,724
2007 modern 157 #21,546
2008 modern 149 #22,530
2009 modern 147 #23,248
2010 modern 158 #22,692
2011 modern 156 #22,690
2012 modern 174 #21,065
2013 modern 175 #21,320
2014 modern 177 #21,340
2015 modern 179 #21,069
2016 modern 183 #20,813

Geography

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Where Ngans 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 Havering, Greenwich, Croydon and Camden. 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 Havering 002 Havering
2 Greenwich 012 Greenwich
3 Croydon 020 Croydon
4 Camden 018 Camden
5 Greenwich 022 Greenwich

Forenames

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First names often paired with Ngan

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

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

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Ngan surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Ngan 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 includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Ngan is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Pockets, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. 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

Found in pockets across London, residents are less likely to live in private sector rentals and fewer adults are students. Fewer individuals work in transport and communications occupations relative to the Supergroup average. More individuals identify as Black and were born in Africa.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Ngan 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

Ngan falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Ngan 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 - Chinese

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

Meaning and origin of Ngan

The surname NGAN originates from China and can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). It is believed to be derived from the Chinese word "an" meaning "peace" or "tranquility." The earliest known reference to the surname NGAN is found in the records of the Tang Dynasty imperial court.

During the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), the NGAN family was prominent in the province of Jiangsu. Several members of the family served as government officials and scholars. One notable figure was NGAN Xuan (1032-1092), a renowned poet and calligrapher.

In the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368 AD), the NGAN family spread to other parts of China, including Guangdong and Fujian provinces. This was a time of political upheaval and migration, which contributed to the dispersal of the surname.

The Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD) saw the rise of NGAN Jingfeng (1573-1644), a military leader who played a crucial role in the defense of Fujian against the invading Dutch and Portuguese forces. His bravery and leadership earned him a place in the annals of Chinese history.

During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 AD), the NGAN family continued to hold positions of influence. One notable figure was NGAN Xingcun (1753-1832), a scholar and official who served as the governor of Guangdong province.

In more recent times, NGAN has been the surname of several prominent individuals. For example, NGAN Shing-kwan (1892-1971) was a renowned architect who designed many notable buildings in Hong Kong and China. NGAN Ying (1916-1995) was a celebrated Chinese painter and calligrapher, known for his innovative techniques and unique style.

Other notable individuals with the surname NGAN include NGAN Kee Wan (1924-2007), a respected author and academic, and NGAN Shiu Ming (1939-2016), a Hong Kong politician and philanthropist.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Ngan surname: questions and answers

How common is the Ngan surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 183 in 2016. That gives Ngan a modern rank of #20,813.

What does the Ngan surname mean?

A Vietnamese surname traditionally associated with the Hoa ethnic minority.

What does the Ngan map show?

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