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UK surname

Ta

A Vietnamese surname of unknown meaning, possibly referring to a place name.

In the 1881 census there were 10 people recorded with the Ta surname, ranking it #32,243 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 275, ranked #15,720, up from #32,243 in 1881.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ta is 275 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 2650.0%.

1881 census count

10

Ranked #32,243

Modern count

275

2016, ranked #15,720

Peak year

2016

275 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Ta had 10 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,243 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016, ranked #15,720.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 10 in 1881.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Ta surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Ta surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Ta 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
1851 historical 1 #33,412
1881 historical 10 #32,243
1997 modern 134 #22,608
1998 modern 127 #23,940
1999 modern 129 #23,907
2000 modern 125 #24,351
2001 modern 125 #24,011
2002 modern 137 #23,198
2003 modern 153 #21,406
2004 modern 159 #21,007
2005 modern 152 #21,572
2006 modern 168 #20,368
2007 modern 173 #20,243
2008 modern 178 #20,094
2009 modern 189 #19,727
2010 modern 191 #20,015
2011 modern 206 #18,907
2012 modern 226 #17,679
2013 modern 233 #17,606
2014 modern 242 #17,285
2015 modern 258 #16,443
2016 modern 275 #15,720

Geography

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Where Tas 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 Lewisham, Manchester, Redbridge and Tower Hamlets. 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 Lewisham 001 Lewisham
2 Lewisham 002 Lewisham
3 Manchester 013 Manchester
4 Redbridge 009 Redbridge
5 Tower Hamlets 002 Tower Hamlets

Forenames

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First names often paired with Ta

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

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

Ta 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

Ta 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.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Ta is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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 - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Ta

The surname "Ta" has its origins in ancient China, dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). It is believed to have originated from the Chinese word "ta," which means "great" or "grand." This name was often given to individuals who held positions of authority or were highly respected members of society.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname "Ta" can be found in the Tang Dynasty census records, which listed several families bearing this name in various regions of China. During this period, the surname was particularly prevalent in the central and eastern provinces, including Henan, Shandong, and Jiangsu.

In the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), the surname "Ta" gained further prominence, with several notable scholars and officials bearing this name. One such individual was Ta Qiqian (1032-1094), a renowned historian and author who wrote extensively about the Tang Dynasty and its prominent figures.

The surname "Ta" has also been associated with various place names throughout Chinese history. For example, the city of Taizhou in Zhejiang Province was once known as "Taying," which may have contributed to the local adoption of the surname "Ta" by some families in the region.

During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the surname "Ta" continued to be widely used, particularly among the gentry and scholarly classes. One notable figure from this period was Ta Xiyuan (1472-1558), a revered Confucian scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on moral and ethical principles.

As China transitioned into the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), the surname "Ta" remained prominent in various regions. One notable individual from this period was Ta Kung (1712-1778), a renowned painter and calligrapher whose works are still widely admired and studied today.

Throughout its long history, the surname "Ta" has been borne by numerous individuals who have made significant contributions to Chinese culture, literature, and society. While the name may have evolved slightly in its spelling and pronunciation over time, its association with prestige and respect has remained a consistent thread throughout the centuries.

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1881 census detail

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Ta families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Ta surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Derbyshire leads with 1 Tas recorded in 1881 and an index of 66.23x.

County Total Index
Derbyshire 1 66.23x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Mickleover in Derbyshire leads with 1 Tas recorded in 1881 and an index of 0.00x.

Place Total Index
Mickleover 1 0.00x

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Ta surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
H. 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Ta households.

Occupation Count
Saw Grinder 1

FAQ

Ta surname: questions and answers

How common was the Ta surname in 1881?

In 1881, 10 people were recorded with the Ta surname. That placed it at #32,243 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Ta surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 275 in 2016. That gives Ta a modern rank of #15,720.

What does the Ta surname mean?

A Vietnamese surname of unknown meaning, possibly referring to a place name.

What does the Ta map show?

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