UK surname

Pinho

A surname derived from the Portuguese word for pine tree.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include South Holland, Ipswich and Fenland.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Pinho is 106 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

106

2016, ranked #29,927

Peak year

2016

106 bearers

Map years

2016 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 106 in 2016, ranked #29,927.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 8 in 1891.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Map

Pinho surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Pinho surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Pinho 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
1891	historical	8	#33,550
1911	historical	1	#34,332
1997	modern	11	#36,912
1998	modern	11	#36,908
1999	modern	13	#36,693
2000	modern	13	#36,635
2001	modern	12	#36,612
2002	modern	18	#36,067
2003	modern	26	#35,371
2004	modern	35	#34,783
2005	modern	43	#34,328
2006	modern	53	#33,854
2007	modern	54	#34,042
2008	modern	59	#33,827
2009	modern	63	#33,751
2010	modern	77	#32,927
2011	modern	77	#32,909
2012	modern	92	#31,528
2013	modern	88	#32,349
2014	modern	95	#31,792
2015	modern	96	#31,624
2016	modern	106	#29,927

Geography

Where Pinhos 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 South Holland, Ipswich, Fenland, Breckland and Medway. 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	South Holland 006	South Holland
2	Ipswich 006	Ipswich
3	Fenland 003	Fenland
4	Breckland 005	Breckland
5	Medway 021	Medway

Forenames

First names often paired with Pinho

These lists show first names that appear often with the Pinho surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Maria Sandra Joana Kirstin Ana Leandra Filipa Eduarda Camila Ada

Recent male names

Manuel Antonio Daniel Rogerio Paulo Carlos Pedro Ricardo Rui Miguel

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Pinho

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

Ethnically Diverse Young Families

Nationally, the Pinho surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Pinho 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 younger parents born overseas (particularly in Africa or EU countries) with children aged 0-4. Individuals identifying as of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities are also common. English may not be the primary language spoken. Accommodation consists principally of flats, and many properties are socially rented and/or overcrowded. Students are also present, unemployment is common, and other adults tend to work in low skilled jobs.

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, Pinho 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

Pinho 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Pinho falls in decile 2 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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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Pinho is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 25-30 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: White - Other

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

Origin

Meaning and origin of Pinho

The surname Pinho is of Portuguese origin, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is derived from the Portuguese word "pinho," meaning pine tree, suggesting a connection to areas where pine forests were abundant or where pine-related industries thrived.

The earliest recorded instances of the Pinho surname can be traced back to the northern regions of Portugal, particularly in cities like Porto and Braga. The name's prevalence in these areas suggests a strong historical link to the pine-rich landscapes and the economic activities associated with them.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Pinho surname was João Pinho, a prominent merchant from Porto who lived in the late 15th century. His involvement in the lucrative trade of pine products, such as timber and resin, likely contributed to the establishment of the surname within the city's mercantile circles.

In the 16th century, the Pinho surname gained further prominence through the exploits of Francisco Pinho, a celebrated Portuguese explorer and navigator. His voyages to the East Indies and his role in establishing trade routes solidified the name's recognition in the annals of Portuguese history.

Another notable individual bearing the Pinho surname was Luís Pinho, a distinguished 17th-century painter whose works adorned many churches and monasteries throughout Portugal. His artistic contributions helped to preserve the cultural heritage of the country and further cemented the Pinho name in the realms of art and culture.

The Pinho surname also found its way into the literary world through the writings of António Pinho, a 19th-century Portuguese author and journalist. His works shed light on the social and political climate of his time, ensuring that the name remained etched in the literary traditions of Portugal.

In more recent times, the Pinho name has continued to make its mark, with figures such as José Pinho, a renowned Portuguese architect whose innovative designs have left an indelible mark on the urban landscapes of various cities around the world.

While the origins of the Pinho surname can be traced back to the northern regions of Portugal, its bearers have since spread across the globe, carrying with them the legacy of their ancestry and the rich cultural heritage associated with this distinctive name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Pinho surname: questions and answers

How common is the Pinho surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 106 in 2016. That gives Pinho a modern rank of #29,927.

What does the Pinho surname mean?

A surname derived from the Portuguese word for pine tree.

What does the Pinho map show?

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