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UK surname

Tsoi

A common Russian surname derived from the Chinese ethnic minority Tsu people.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Wigan, Harrow and Westminster.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Tsoi is 210 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

206

2016, ranked #19,183

Peak year

2013

210 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 206 in 2016, ranked #19,183.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Tsoi surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Tsoi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Tsoi 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 156 #20,593
1998 modern 184 #19,037
1999 modern 161 #20,868
2000 modern 150 #21,781
2001 modern 153 #21,197
2002 modern 165 #20,619
2003 modern 163 #20,554
2004 modern 176 #19,731
2005 modern 184 #19,117
2006 modern 178 #19,666
2007 modern 181 #19,680
2008 modern 182 #19,800
2009 modern 181 #20,277
2010 modern 191 #20,015
2011 modern 191 #19,871
2012 modern 202 #19,084
2013 modern 210 #18,932
2014 modern 204 #19,439
2015 modern 204 #19,331
2016 modern 206 #19,183

Geography

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Where Tsois 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 Wigan, Harrow, Westminster, Eastbourne and Leeds. 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 Wigan 001 Wigan
2 Harrow 001 Harrow
3 Westminster 018 Westminster
4 Eastbourne 004 Eastbourne
5 Leeds 082 Leeds

Forenames

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First names often paired with Tsoi

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

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

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Tsoi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Tsoi 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 never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

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

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Tsoi is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. 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 scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Tsoi 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

Tsoi falls in decile 8 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

8
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Tsoi 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 - Chinese

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

Meaning and origin of Tsoi

The surname TSOI is of Russian origin, and it is believed to have emerged in the 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Russian word "tsoi," which translates to "a person of rank or status." This suggests that the surname may have been initially associated with individuals of higher social standing or nobility.

In the historical records of Russia, one of the earliest known references to the surname TSOI can be found in the Velvet Book, a manuscript dating back to the late 16th century. The Velvet Book was a compilation of heraldic records and contained information about noble families and their coats of arms.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the surname TSOI began to appear in various regional records and documents across different parts of Russia. One notable example is Ivan Tsoi, a military officer who served in the Russian imperial army during the reign of Peter the Great (1672-1725). Another prominent figure from this period was Andrei Tsoi (1698-1771), a landowner and nobleman from the Novgorod region.

As the Russian Empire expanded its territories in the 19th century, the surname TSOI became more widespread, with bearers of the name found in various regions, including Siberia and the Caucasus. One notable individual from this time was Dmitry Tsoi (1835-1892), a respected educator and writer who founded several schools in St. Petersburg.

In the 20th century, the surname TSOI gained further recognition due to the fame of Viktor Tsoi (1962-1990), a legendary Soviet rock musician and singer-songwriter. His popularity and influence on Russian culture and music have made him one of the most well-known individuals with the surname TSOI.

Other notable individuals with the surname TSOI include:

1. Olga Tsoi (1913-1990), a Soviet film actress who appeared in several classic movies during the 1930s and 1940s. 2. Konstantin Tsoi (1897-1968), a Soviet military commander who played a significant role during World War II and was awarded the prestigious Hero of the Soviet Union honor. 3. Nadezhda Tsoi (1924-2003), a Russian painter and artist known for her vibrant and expressive works. 4. Andrei Tsoi (1888-1937), a Soviet politician and member of the Communist Party who held various leadership positions during the early years of the Soviet Union. 5. Mikhail Tsoi (1950-2005), a Russian scientist and academic who made significant contributions to the field of theoretical physics.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Tsoi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Tsoi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 206 in 2016. That gives Tsoi a modern rank of #19,183.

What does the Tsoi surname mean?

A common Russian surname derived from the Chinese ethnic minority Tsu people.

What does the Tsoi map show?

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