UK surname

Siddique

An Arabic surname meaning friend or companion.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Siddique is 2,437 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

2,437

2016, ranked #2,702

Peak year

2016

2,437 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 2,437 in 2016, ranked #2,702.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Map

Siddique surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Siddique surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Siddique 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	1,057	#5,249
1998	modern	1,189	#4,927
1999	modern	1,270	#4,698
2000	modern	1,284	#4,633
2001	modern	1,305	#4,467
2002	modern	1,528	#4,006
2003	modern	1,607	#3,748
2004	modern	1,697	#3,586
2005	modern	1,808	#3,359
2006	modern	1,922	#3,199
2007	modern	2,019	#3,097
2008	modern	2,089	#3,016
2009	modern	2,253	#2,890
2010	modern	2,353	#2,834
2011	modern	2,327	#2,828
2012	modern	2,316	#2,792
2013	modern	2,394	#2,765
2014	modern	2,418	#2,751
2015	modern	2,418	#2,732
2016	modern	2,437	#2,702

Geography

Where Siddiques 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 Bradford, Newham and Luton. 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	Bradford 042	Bradford
2	Newham 010	Newham
3	Bradford 053	Bradford
4	Luton 015	Luton
5	Bradford 044	Bradford

Forenames

First names often paired with Siddique

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Salma Farzana Nazia Aisha Rabia Shazia Nadia Saima Shahida Shabana

Recent male names

Mohammed Muhammad Mohammad Abu Tariq Abdul Imran Md Shahid Tahir

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Siddique

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

Siddique 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

Siddique 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.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

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

Origin

Meaning and origin of Siddique

The surname Siddique has its origins in the Arabic language and is primarily found in regions with significant Muslim populations. The name is derived from the Arabic word "siddiq," which means truthful, honest, or sincere.

The earliest records of the name Siddique can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the time of the Islamic empires that spread across the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Europe. It is believed that the name was initially adopted by individuals who were known for their honesty and truthfulness, or who were descendants of those with such virtues.

In the Middle Ages, the name Siddique appeared in various historical documents and manuscripts from the Islamic world. One notable example is the "Kitab al-Ansab" (Book of Genealogies) written by the renowned historian and genealogist, Ibn al-Kalbi, in the 9th century CE. This work documented the lineages and names of prominent Arab tribes and families.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Siddique was Abu Bakr Siddique, who lived from 573 to 634 CE. He was a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the first Caliph of the Islamic empire after the Prophet's death. His honorific title, "Siddique," was bestowed upon him by Muhammad himself, recognizing his unwavering truthfulness and loyalty.

Another notable figure in history with the surname Siddique was Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, also known as Mawlana Jalal ad-Din Rumi, who lived from 1207 to 1273 CE. He was a renowned Persian poet, scholar, and Sufi mystic, whose works have had a profound impact on Islamic literature and spirituality.

In the Indian subcontinent, the surname Siddique gained prominence during the Mughal Empire, which ruled from the 16th to the 19th century. One prominent figure was Syed Ahmed Siddique, a religious scholar and leader of the Faraizi movement in Bengal, who lived from 1786 to 1831 CE.

Another notable individual with the surname Siddique was Mohammad Ali Siddique, a Pakistani writer, and scholar who lived from 1894 to 1963 CE. He was known for his contributions to Urdu literature and his works on Islamic philosophy and history.

Throughout history, the surname Siddique has been associated with various place names and towns, particularly in regions with strong Islamic influences. Examples include Siddique Nagar in Uttar Pradesh, India, and Siddique Bazar in Bangladesh, which were likely named after individuals or families with the surname Siddique.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Siddique surname: questions and answers

How common is the Siddique surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 2,437 in 2016. That gives Siddique a modern rank of #2,702.

What does the Siddique surname mean?