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UK surname

Qadir

An Arabic surname meaning "mighty" or "powerful".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Rochdale, Birmingham and Blackburn with Darwen.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Qadir is 740 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

740

2016, ranked #7,378

Peak year

2016

740 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 740 in 2016, ranked #7,378.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Qadir surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Qadir surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Qadir 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 252 #15,193
1998 modern 270 #14,913
1999 modern 292 #14,204
2000 modern 318 #13,415
2001 modern 336 #12,721
2002 modern 368 #12,168
2003 modern 412 #11,026
2004 modern 455 #10,208
2005 modern 485 #9,647
2006 modern 504 #9,432
2007 modern 544 #8,972
2008 modern 583 #8,606
2009 modern 637 #8,196
2010 modern 673 #8,024
2011 modern 665 #8,014
2012 modern 711 #7,517
2013 modern 716 #7,605
2014 modern 719 #7,619
2015 modern 728 #7,503
2016 modern 740 #7,378

Geography

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Where Qadirs 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 Rochdale, Birmingham, Blackburn with Darwen, Newham and Manchester. 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 Rochdale 015 Rochdale
2 Birmingham 077 Birmingham
3 Blackburn with Darwen 004 Blackburn with Darwen
4 Newham 018 Newham
5 Manchester 027 Manchester

Forenames

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First names often paired with Qadir

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Qadir

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

Qadir 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

Qadir 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 Qadir 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 Qadir, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Qadir

The surname QADIR has its origins in the Arabic language and can be traced back to the Middle East and North Africa regions. It is derived from the Arabic word "qadir," which means "powerful" or "capable." The name is closely associated with the Islamic faith and tradition.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname QADIR can be found in historical documents and records from the medieval period, particularly in regions that were under Islamic rule or influence. Some of the earliest references to this surname appear in manuscripts and texts dating back to the 8th and 9th centuries.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname QADIR was Abu Bakr al-Qadir, a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 11th century. He was born in Isfahan, Persia (modern-day Iran) and made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy.

Another prominent individual with the surname QADIR was Al-Qadir Billah, who was the 25th Abbasid caliph and ruled from 991 to 1031 CE. He was born in Baghdad and is known for his efforts to revive the Abbasid caliphate during a time of political turmoil and instability.

In the 13th century, there was a renowned Sufi saint and poet named Abdul Qadir Gilani, who was born in the city of Gilan (modern-day Iran) and founded the Qadiri Sufi order. His teachings and writings had a lasting impact on Islamic spirituality and mysticism.

The name QADIR is also associated with certain place names and regions, such as the city of Qadirpur in Pakistan, which was named after a local ruler or landowner with the surname QADIR. Additionally, there are references to the surname in historical records from regions like modern-day Iran, Iraq, and parts of Central Asia.

Throughout history, there have been many other notable individuals bearing the surname QADIR, including scholars, religious leaders, poets, and rulers. Some examples include Abul Fazl Qadir (a 16th-century Indian historian), Mir Qadir Ali Beg (a 19th-century Mughal nobleman and poet), and Qadir Khan (a 19th-century Afghan ruler).

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Qadir surname: questions and answers

How common is the Qadir surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 740 in 2016. That gives Qadir a modern rank of #7,378.

What does the Qadir surname mean?

An Arabic surname meaning "mighty" or "powerful".

What does the Qadir map show?

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