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UK surname

Sahoo

A surname indicating origins from the Sahoo community of eastern India.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hounslow, Milton Keynes and Lewisham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Sahoo is 105 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

105

2016, ranked #30,114

Peak year

2016

105 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016, ranked #30,114.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Sahoo surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Sahoo surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Sahoo 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 2 #38,557
1998 modern 2 #38,550
1999 modern 2 #38,551
2000 modern 4 #38,004
2001 modern 5 #37,652
2002 modern 14 #36,484
2003 modern 16 #36,304
2004 modern 22 #35,878
2005 modern 25 #35,752
2006 modern 34 #35,255
2007 modern 39 #35,097
2008 modern 48 #34,629
2009 modern 48 #34,798
2010 modern 59 #34,273
2011 modern 65 #33,842
2012 modern 80 #32,877
2013 modern 81 #32,996
2014 modern 89 #32,409
2015 modern 99 #31,168
2016 modern 105 #30,114

Geography

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Where Sahoos 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 Hounslow, Milton Keynes, Lewisham and Redbridge. 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 Hounslow 017 Hounslow
2 Hounslow 018 Hounslow
3 Milton Keynes 014 Milton Keynes
4 Lewisham 012 Lewisham
5 Redbridge 030 Redbridge

Forenames

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First names often paired with Sahoo

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

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Sahoo, 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 Sahoo surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Sahoo 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

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Sahoo 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

Sahoo 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

Sahoo falls in decile 4 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.

4
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Sahoo 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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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Sahoo

The surname SAHOO originates from the Indian subcontinent, with its roots tracing back to the ancient Brahmin community of Odisha, a state located on the eastern coast of India. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word 'Sahaya,' which translates to 'companion' or 'aide.'

In the early centuries of the first millennium, the SAHOO surname was primarily associated with individuals who held prestigious positions as advisors or assistants to kings and noblemen. These individuals were highly respected for their intellectual prowess and their ability to provide counsel on various matters of state.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SAHOO surname can be found in the Madala Panji, a historical chronicle of the Gajapati dynasty of Odisha, dating back to the 15th century. This text mentions several SAHOO families who held influential roles within the royal court.

During the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th centuries, the SAHOO name gained further prominence. Notable individuals bearing this surname include Gopal Sahoo (1570-1640), a renowned scholar and poet who served as a courtier under the Mughal Emperor Akbar.

As the centuries progressed, the SAHOO surname spread beyond the boundaries of Odisha, with families bearing this name establishing themselves across various regions of India. One such figure was Ramachandra Sahoo (1825-1890), a prominent social reformer and educator who played a pivotal role in establishing modern educational institutions in the state of Bihar.

Another illustrious SAHOO was Madhusudan Sahoo (1880-1952), a pioneering artist and sculptor who is widely credited with reviving the traditional Odia art forms of pattachitra and palm leaf engravings. His works were displayed at several prestigious exhibitions, including the Indian Art Exhibition held in London in 1947.

In more recent times, the SAHOO surname has continued to be associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields. Notably, Bijayalaxmi Sahoo (1918-2003) was a renowned Odia writer and poet who received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Jnanpith Award, India's highest literary honor.

While the SAHOO surname has its roots in the ancient traditions of India, it has also transcended geographical boundaries, with individuals bearing this name making their mark across the globe in diverse areas such as business, academia, and the arts.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Sahoo surname: questions and answers

How common is the Sahoo surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 105 in 2016. That gives Sahoo a modern rank of #30,114.

What does the Sahoo surname mean?

A surname indicating origins from the Sahoo community of eastern India.

What does the Sahoo map show?

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