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UK surname

Thiara

A toponymic surname referring to someone from the Indian village of Thiara.

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Thiara is 412 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

345

2016, ranked #13,321

Peak year

2011

412 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 345 in 2016, ranked #13,321.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Thiara surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Thiara surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Thiara 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 258 #14,949
1998 modern 267 #15,016
1999 modern 291 #14,234
2000 modern 299 #13,937
2001 modern 297 #13,816
2002 modern 319 #13,448
2003 modern 317 #13,328
2004 modern 332 #12,951
2005 modern 327 #13,011
2006 modern 344 #12,600
2007 modern 348 #12,637
2008 modern 364 #12,328
2009 modern 360 #12,688
2010 modern 396 #12,089
2011 modern 412 #11,593
2012 modern 362 #12,615
2013 modern 366 #12,733
2014 modern 357 #13,068
2015 modern 347 #13,252
2016 modern 345 #13,321

Geography

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Where Thiaras 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 Warwick, Bradford, Ealing, Slough and Telford and Wrekin. 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 Warwick 015 Warwick
2 Bradford 028 Bradford
3 Ealing 026 Ealing
4 Slough 004 Slough
5 Telford and Wrekin 009 Telford and Wrekin

Forenames

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First names often paired with Thiara

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

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

Thiara 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

Thiara falls in decile 3 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.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Thiara 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
Asian - Indian

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

Meaning and origin of Thiara

The surname Thiara has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have emerged from the Sanskrit word "thara," which means "a line" or "a thread." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with occupations or lineages related to weaving or textile production.

In ancient texts and manuscripts from the region, variations of the name can be found, such as "Thiyara" and "Thihara." These early spellings provide insight into the linguistic evolution of the surname over centuries of use. Unfortunately, specific historical references or records mentioning individuals with this name from that era are scarce.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the surname Thiara was Rani Thiara, a nobly-born woman from the Mughal Empire who lived in the 16th century. She was renowned for her patronage of the arts and her support for the construction of several architectural marvels.

During the British colonial period in India, the name Thiara gained more prominence. Notable figures from this era include Sardar Karam Singh Thiara (1858-1936), a prominent landowner and community leader in the Punjab region, and Rai Bahadur Nanak Chand Thiara (1872-1948), a respected educator and philanthropist.

In the 20th century, the surname Thiara continued to be associated with individuals of notable achievement. Dr. Rajinder Singh Thiara (1922-2008) was a pioneering medical researcher who made significant contributions to the understanding of infectious diseases. Gursharan Kaur Thiara (born 1936) is a renowned novelist and writer, whose works have explored the complexities of Indian society and culture.

Another prominent individual with the surname Thiara is Harbhajan Singh Thiara (born 1940), a former Indian cricketer who represented his country in the 1960s and 1970s. His impressive bowling skills earned him a place in the annals of Indian cricket history.

While the surname Thiara has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain firmly tied to the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

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FAQ

Thiara surname: questions and answers

How common is the Thiara surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 345 in 2016. That gives Thiara a modern rank of #13,321.

What does the Thiara surname mean?

A toponymic surname referring to someone from the Indian village of Thiara.

What does the Thiara map show?

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