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UK surname

Nusrat

A surname referring to someone with a melodious voice or a singer.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Nusrat is 151 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

141

2016, ranked #24,753

Peak year

2014

151 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 141 in 2016, ranked #24,753.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Nusrat surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Nusrat surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Nusrat 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 99 #27,039
1998 modern 93 #28,563
1999 modern 98 #28,050
2000 modern 103 #27,280
2001 modern 103 #26,927
2002 modern 101 #27,766
2003 modern 100 #27,722
2004 modern 102 #27,637
2005 modern 110 #26,430
2006 modern 112 #26,415
2007 modern 113 #26,641
2008 modern 121 #25,785
2009 modern 122 #26,220
2010 modern 125 #26,448
2011 modern 135 #24,922
2012 modern 137 #24,731
2013 modern 143 #24,434
2014 modern 151 #23,745
2015 modern 143 #24,481
2016 modern 141 #24,753

Geography

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Where Nusrats 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 Barnet, Calderdale, Manchester, Wakefield and Luton. 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 Barnet 018 Barnet
2 Calderdale 012 Calderdale
3 Manchester 027 Manchester
4 Wakefield 028 Wakefield
5 Luton 015 Luton

Forenames

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First names often paired with Nusrat

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

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

Nusrat 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

Nusrat 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 Nusrat is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 40-50 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 Nusrat, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Nusrat

The surname NUSRAT has its origins in the Persian language, where it is derived from the Arabic word "nusrat," meaning "victory" or "aid." This name is believed to have emerged in the regions of present-day Iran and neighboring areas during the medieval period, when Arabic and Persian influences were widespread.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name NUSRAT can be found in historical manuscripts from the 13th century, mentioning individuals with this surname in various contexts. These include references to scholars, poets, and military leaders who hailed from the Persian cultural sphere.

During the Mughal era in the Indian subcontinent, the name NUSRAT gained prominence among Muslim communities. It was adopted by notable figures, including Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan (1948-1997), a renowned Pakistani musician and vocalist renowned for his contributions to Qawwali music.

In the Ottoman Empire, which spanned regions of modern-day Turkey, the Balkans, and parts of the Middle East, the name NUSRAT was also present. Historical records from the 16th and 17th centuries document individuals with this surname holding various positions within the Ottoman administration and military ranks.

Interestingly, the name NUSRAT has also been associated with place names and geographic locations. For instance, the town of Nusratshahar in Bangladesh is believed to have derived its name from an individual with the surname NUSRAT who held a significant role in the region's history.

Among the notable individuals who bore the surname NUSRAT throughout history, one can mention Nusrat Husain (1901-1962), an Indian freedom fighter and politician who played a crucial role in the independence movement. Another prominent figure was Nusrat Mirza (1905-1983), a Pakistani writer and intellectual who contributed significantly to the literary landscape of his time.

It is worth noting that the name NUSRAT has transcended cultural and linguistic boundaries, with variations and adaptations appearing in various regions influenced by Persian, Arabic, and Islamic traditions. This surname's enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural exchanges that have shaped the diverse histories of many nations and communities.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Nusrat surname: questions and answers

How common is the Nusrat surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 141 in 2016. That gives Nusrat a modern rank of #24,753.

What does the Nusrat surname mean?

A surname referring to someone with a melodious voice or a singer.

What does the Nusrat map show?

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