UK surname

Savas

A Turkish surname derived from the word "savaş" meaning war or battle.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Enfield.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Savas is 111 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

104

2016, ranked #30,317

Peak year

2014

111 bearers

Map years

2016 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 104 in 2016, ranked #30,317.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1911.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Map

Savas surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Savas surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Savas 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	1	#34,435
1901	historical	2	#34,263
1911	historical	3	#33,789
1997	modern	44	#33,275
1998	modern	49	#33,000
1999	modern	56	#32,461
2000	modern	51	#32,999
2001	modern	51	#32,850
2002	modern	56	#32,753
2003	modern	67	#31,796
2004	modern	66	#32,079
2005	modern	73	#31,616
2006	modern	81	#31,044
2007	modern	88	#30,515
2008	modern	86	#31,114
2009	modern	87	#31,489
2010	modern	97	#30,697
2011	modern	92	#31,301
2012	modern	98	#30,612
2013	modern	105	#29,916
2014	modern	111	#29,113
2015	modern	109	#29,327
2016	modern	104	#30,317

Geography

Where Savas' 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 Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Enfield and Cheshire East. 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	Hackney 019	Hackney
2	Tower Hamlets 008	Tower Hamlets
3	Enfield 023	Enfield
4	Cheshire East 050	Cheshire East
5	Enfield 009	Enfield

Forenames

First names often paired with Savas

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Patricia Esra Melanie Amy Samantha Tina Iwona Elia Andrina Claire

Recent male names

Jack Mehmet Hasan John Michael Abdul Cem Umut Haralambos Huseyin

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Savas

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Savas, 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 Savas surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Savas 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, Savas 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

Savas 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

Savas 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 Savas 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: White - Other

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

Origin

Meaning and origin of Savas

The surname Savas originates from Greece, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "savas," which means "noble" or "revered." This name was likely bestowed upon individuals or families who held positions of esteem or authority within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Savas can be found in the Byzantine Empire, where it appears in various historical documents and manuscripts from the 9th to 15th centuries. During this period, the name was often associated with prominent figures in the military, clergy, and aristocracy.

In the 13th century, a notable individual named Georgios Savas served as a high-ranking military commander in the Byzantine army, playing a crucial role in defending the empire against invading forces. His bravery and leadership earned him recognition and likely contributed to the spread of the surname within aristocratic circles.

Another prominent figure bearing the Savas name was Konstantinos Savas, a renowned scholar and theologian who lived in the 14th century. He authored several influential works on theology and philosophy, cementing his place in the intellectual history of the Byzantine Empire.

As the centuries passed, the surname Savas spread beyond Greece to other regions, including parts of the Balkans and Asia Minor. In the 16th century, a notable individual named Ioannis Savas established himself as a successful merchant in the city of Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey), contributing to the economic prosperity of the region.

During the Ottoman Empire's rule over Greece, the Savas surname continued to be found among Greek communities, often associated with individuals involved in various professions, including artisans, farmers, and members of the clergy.

In the 19th century, a Greek revolutionary named Nikolaos Savas played a significant role in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire. His bravery and dedication to the cause of Greek independence further elevated the prestige of the Savas name.

As the Greek diaspora spread across the globe, the Savas surname traveled with them, finding new homes in countries such as the United States, Australia, and various parts of Europe. Today, individuals bearing the Savas surname can be found in various corners of the world, carrying on the rich legacy of this ancient Greek name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Savas surname: questions and answers

How common is the Savas surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 104 in 2016. That gives Savas a modern rank of #30,317.

What does the Savas surname mean?