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UK surname

Pawar

A surname used by several Hindu communities, derived from the Sanskrit word 'pawar' meaning 'mountain' or 'hill'.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Wolverhampton, Lichfield and North Hertfordshire.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Pawar is 550 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

549

2016, ranked #9,292

Peak year

2015

550 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 549 in 2016, ranked #9,292.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 6 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Pawar surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Pawar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Pawar 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 6 #33,230
1911 historical 6 #33,255
1997 modern 208 #17,219
1998 modern 232 #16,508
1999 modern 258 #15,467
2000 modern 268 #15,018
2001 modern 261 #15,066
2002 modern 292 #14,236
2003 modern 289 #14,158
2004 modern 310 #13,589
2005 modern 327 #13,011
2006 modern 358 #12,234
2007 modern 373 #12,005
2008 modern 397 #11,556
2009 modern 447 #10,742
2010 modern 481 #10,332
2011 modern 485 #10,180
2012 modern 533 #9,407
2013 modern 547 #9,375
2014 modern 544 #9,476
2015 modern 550 #9,308
2016 modern 549 #9,292

Geography

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Where Pawars 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 Wolverhampton, Lichfield, North Hertfordshire and Hounslow. 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 Wolverhampton 035 Wolverhampton
2 Wolverhampton 020 Wolverhampton
3 Lichfield 011 Lichfield
4 North Hertfordshire 010 North Hertfordshire
5 Hounslow 018 Hounslow

Forenames

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First names often paired with Pawar

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

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

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Pawar surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Pawar household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

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

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Pawar 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

Pawar 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.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Pawar falls in decile 6 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.

6
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Pawar is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

9
Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Pawar

The surname Pawar originates from India, specifically from the Marathi-speaking regions of Maharashtra and Karnataka. It is believed to have derived from the ancient Sanskrit word 'Pathik,' meaning 'traveler' or 'wanderer.' The name likely emerged during the medieval period, when people began adopting surnames based on their occupations, social status, or personal characteristics.

One of the earliest references to the name Pawar can be found in the Bakhars, which are historical chronicles of the Maratha Empire. These documents mention several individuals with the surname Pawar, who held prominent positions during the reign of the Maratha rulers, such as Peshwas and Sardars.

The Pawar surname has been associated with the Kshatriya (warrior) caste in India. Some historical accounts suggest that the Pawars were originally from the Kalyan region of Maharashtra and played a significant role in the military campaigns of the Maratha Empire under the leadership of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the 17th century.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Pawar is Dattaji Pawar, a renowned Maratha warrior who served under Shivaji Maharaj in the late 17th century. Another notable figure is Shrimant Vijayasinhrao Pawar, who was the Chief of the Pawar clan and played a crucial role in the Maratha struggle against the Mughal Empire in the early 18th century.

Moving forward in history, we find Jijabai Pawar, the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who was born in the early 17th century. Her unwavering support and guidance played a vital role in shaping the life and ideals of her son, who went on to establish the Maratha Empire.

In the 19th century, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent Indian nationalist and freedom fighter, was born into the Pawar family. He was a key figure in the Indian independence movement and is remembered for his rallying cry, "Swaraj is my birthright, and I shall have it!"

Another notable individual with the surname Pawar is Sharad Pawar, a prominent Indian politician who served as the Minister of Agriculture and Food Processing Industries in the government of India. Born in 1940, he has been a prominent figure in Indian politics for several decades and is known for his contributions to agriculture and rural development.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Pawar surname: questions and answers

How common is the Pawar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 549 in 2016. That gives Pawar a modern rank of #9,292.

What does the Pawar surname mean?

A surname used by several Hindu communities, derived from the Sanskrit word 'pawar' meaning 'mountain' or 'hill'.

What does the Pawar map show?

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