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UK surname

Tanase

A Romanian surname originating from a nickname for Athanasius.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Croydon, Sandwell and Ross and Cromarty North West.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Tanase is 304 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

304

2016, ranked #14,606

Peak year

2016

304 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 304 in 2016, ranked #14,606.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 6 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Tanase surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Tanase surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Tanase 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 2 #34,135
1891 historical 6 #33,800
2002 modern 6 #37,532
2003 modern 6 #37,586
2004 modern 9 #37,213
2005 modern 10 #37,180
2006 modern 10 #37,224
2007 modern 28 #35,801
2008 modern 56 #34,084
2009 modern 76 #32,635
2010 modern 100 #30,225
2011 modern 104 #29,424
2012 modern 174 #21,065
2013 modern 192 #20,067
2014 modern 237 #17,528
2015 modern 263 #16,224
2016 modern 304 #14,606

Geography

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Where Tanases 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 Croydon, Sandwell, Ross and Cromarty North West and Brent. 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 Croydon 006 Croydon
2 Sandwell 026 Sandwell
3 Ross and Cromarty North West Highland
4 Brent 004 Brent
5 Brent 006 Brent

Forenames

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First names often paired with Tanase

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Tanase

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

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Tanase is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. 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

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Tanase 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

Tanase 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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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Tanase 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
White - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Tanase

The surname Tanase is of Romanian origin, with roots dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated from the Romanian given name Tănase, a derivative of the Greek name Athanasios, meaning "immortal" or "eternal."

The earliest known record of the name Tanase can be found in the Codex Sturdzanus, a 15th-century Romanian manuscript containing various legal documents and chronicles. This manuscript mentions an individual named Tănase, who was a landowner in the region of Wallachia.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name Tanase became more widespread across Romanian principalities, such as Wallachia and Moldavia. It was often associated with prominent families and noblemen who held significant positions within the local administration and military.

One notable figure bearing the surname Tanase was Mihail Tanase, a Romanian philosopher and writer who lived from 1879 to 1959. He is renowned for his works that explored Romanian culture, folklore, and national identity.

Another individual of historical significance was General Ion Tanase (1890-1952), a highly decorated military leader who played a crucial role in Romania's involvement during World War II. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him numerous accolades and recognition.

In the realm of art, the name Tanase is associated with the renowned Romanian painter and sculptor Ion Tanase (1911-1986). His works, which often depicted scenes from rural life and traditional customs, are celebrated as part of the country's cultural heritage.

The surname Tanase can also be found in various historical records from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as land deeds, tax registers, and military rolls. Additionally, several villages and towns in Romania, such as Tănăseni and Tănăsoaia, bear names derived from the surname Tanase, suggesting the presence of families with this name in those areas.

One intriguing theory suggests that the name Tanase may have originated from the Latin word "tanatus," meaning "stubborn" or "persistent." This could potentially explain the surname's association with individuals known for their determination and resilience throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Tanase surname: questions and answers

How common is the Tanase surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 304 in 2016. That gives Tanase a modern rank of #14,606.

What does the Tanase surname mean?

A Romanian surname originating from a nickname for Athanasius.

What does the Tanase map show?

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