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UK surname

Trinh

A Vietnamese surname derived from a word meaning "upright" or "vigorous," often indicating a person of moral character.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Swindon, Islington and Birmingham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Trinh is 333 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

333

2016, ranked #13,670

Peak year

2016

333 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 333 in 2016, ranked #13,670.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 7 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Trinh surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Trinh surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Trinh 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
1891 historical 7 #33,665
1997 modern 173 #19,295
1998 modern 184 #19,037
1999 modern 188 #18,931
2000 modern 191 #18,752
2001 modern 192 #18,388
2002 modern 214 #17,545
2003 modern 236 #16,236
2004 modern 246 #15,854
2005 modern 252 #15,551
2006 modern 244 #16,011
2007 modern 249 #15,943
2008 modern 255 #15,859
2009 modern 275 #15,349
2010 modern 279 #15,529
2011 modern 295 #14,758
2012 modern 302 #14,451
2013 modern 316 #14,223
2014 modern 319 #14,216
2015 modern 326 #13,898
2016 modern 333 #13,670

Geography

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Where Trinhs 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 Swindon, Islington, Birmingham, Hackney and Merton. 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 Swindon 003 Swindon
2 Islington 021 Islington
3 Birmingham 039 Birmingham
4 Hackney 025 Hackney
5 Merton 024 Merton

Forenames

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First names often paired with Trinh

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

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

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Trinh surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Trinh 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 is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

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, Trinh 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

Trinh 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

Trinh 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.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Trinh 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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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Asian - Other

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

Meaning and origin of Trinh

The surname TRINH originated in Vietnam, with its roots traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Vietnamese word "trinh," which means "chaste" or "pure." During the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400), the name was commonly used to refer to those who held positions of honor and authority within the imperial court.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname TRINH can be found in the annals of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945), where it is mentioned in connection with the renowned Trinh lords who governed the northern region of Vietnam from the 16th to the 18th century. This powerful family played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of the era.

Among the notable figures bearing the TRINH surname was Trinh Tung (1601-1657), a prominent military leader and statesman who served as the de facto ruler of the northern region during the 17th century. His contributions to the stability and prosperity of the region were significant.

Another influential figure was Trinh Sam (1765-1833), a revered scholar and diplomat who played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations between Vietnam and several European nations during the early 19th century.

The TRINH surname can also be traced back to the ancient village of Trinh Xa, located in the present-day province of Nam Dinh. This village was known for producing numerous scholars and officials who served in various imperial courts throughout the centuries.

One such notable figure was Trinh Hoai Duc (1765-1825), a renowned poet and calligrapher whose works have been preserved and celebrated for their artistic and literary merits.

In more recent times, the TRINH surname has been associated with prominent individuals such as Trinh Cong Son (1939-2001), a legendary Vietnamese musician and songwriter whose compositions have left an indelible mark on the country's cultural landscape.

Throughout its history, the surname TRINH has been closely tied to Vietnam's rich cultural heritage, representing a lineage of scholars, leaders, and artists who have made significant contributions to the nation's development and identity.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Trinh surname: questions and answers

How common is the Trinh surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 333 in 2016. That gives Trinh a modern rank of #13,670.

What does the Trinh surname mean?

A Vietnamese surname derived from a word meaning "upright" or "vigorous," often indicating a person of moral character.

What does the Trinh map show?

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