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UK surname

Qazi

A surname derived from the Arabic word for a Muslim judge or jurist.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Redbridge, Luton and Waltham Forest.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Qazi is 589 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

589

2016, ranked #8,846

Peak year

2016

589 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 589 in 2016, ranked #8,846.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Qazi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Qazi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Qazi 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 261 #14,849
1998 modern 288 #14,249
1999 modern 307 #13,757
2000 modern 318 #13,415
2001 modern 322 #13,098
2002 modern 352 #12,557
2003 modern 379 #11,714
2004 modern 413 #11,021
2005 modern 417 #10,833
2006 modern 454 #10,180
2007 modern 482 #9,831
2008 modern 502 #9,601
2009 modern 547 #9,215
2010 modern 584 #8,962
2011 modern 587 #8,837
2012 modern 565 #8,993
2013 modern 574 #9,026
2014 modern 578 #9,034
2015 modern 585 #8,899
2016 modern 589 #8,846

Geography

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Where Qazis 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 Redbridge, Luton, Waltham Forest and Kirklees. 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 Redbridge 035 Redbridge
2 Luton 017 Luton
3 Waltham Forest 017 Waltham Forest
4 Kirklees 024 Kirklees
5 Waltham Forest 016 Waltham Forest

Forenames

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First names often paired with Qazi

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

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

Qazi 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

Qazi falls in decile 3 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.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Qazi 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 Qazi, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Qazi

The surname QAZI is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the regions that are now parts of modern-day Pakistan and India. The name has its roots in the Arabic word "qadi," which means "judge" or "magistrate." It is closely associated with the Islamic judicial system and the role of the qadi in interpreting and administering Islamic law.

In the early centuries of Islamic rule in the Indian subcontinent, the title of Qazi was bestowed upon individuals who served as judges and legal scholars within the Islamic judicial system. Over time, the title evolved into a hereditary surname, particularly among families with a tradition of legal expertise and religious scholarship.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname QAZI can be found in the chronicles of the Delhi Sultanate, which ruled over parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 13th to the 16th century. Several notable individuals bearing the surname QAZI served as advisors, scholars, and legal experts during this period.

One such individual was Qazi Mughis Uddin, who lived in the 13th century and was a renowned jurist and scholar. He served as the chief judge (Qazi-ul-Quzat) during the reign of Sultan Iltutmish, and his legal opinions and writings were widely respected.

Another notable figure was Qazi Nurullah Shustari, who lived in the 15th century and was a prominent scholar and poet. He served as the chief judge during the reign of Sultan Bahlol Lodi and is known for his works on Islamic jurisprudence and literature.

In the 16th century, Qazi Ahmad Amin Razi, a legal scholar and theologian from Delhi, gained recognition for his contributions to Islamic scholarship. He wrote extensively on various aspects of Islamic law and theology.

During the Mughal Empire, which ruled over much of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to the 19th century, the surname QAZI continued to be associated with legal and religious scholars. One notable figure was Qazi Nurullah Shustari, who served as the chief judge during the reign of Emperor Akbar.

In more recent history, Qazi Motahar Hossain (1908-1987) was a renowned Bengali writer and scholar from Bangladesh. He made significant contributions to Bengali literature and was a prominent figure in the Bengali language movement.

These are just a few examples of individuals bearing the surname QAZI who have left their mark on history. The name continues to be prevalent in various regions of South Asia and beyond, reflecting its deep-rooted association with Islamic legal traditions and scholarly pursuits.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Qazi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Qazi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 589 in 2016. That gives Qazi a modern rank of #8,846.

What does the Qazi surname mean?

A surname derived from the Arabic word for a Muslim judge or jurist.

What does the Qazi map show?

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