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UK surname

Ulhaq

An honorific Muslim surname meaning "the rightful one" or "belonging to the truth".

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

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Ulhaq is 1,020 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

972

2016, ranked #5,937

Peak year

2011

1,020 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 972 in 2016, ranked #5,937.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Ulhaq surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Ulhaq surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Ulhaq 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 370 #11,666
1998 modern 431 #10,754
1999 modern 450 #10,451
2000 modern 486 #9,837
2001 modern 498 #9,498
2002 modern 585 #8,589
2003 modern 641 #7,902
2004 modern 672 #7,654
2005 modern 733 #7,081
2006 modern 815 #6,514
2007 modern 849 #6,379
2008 modern 883 #6,225
2009 modern 934 #6,069
2010 modern 992 #5,911
2011 modern 1,020 #5,728
2012 modern 1,005 #5,712
2013 modern 1,005 #5,797
2014 modern 1,007 #5,828
2015 modern 974 #5,933
2016 modern 972 #5,937

Geography

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Where Ulhaqs 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 Oldham, Rochdale, Redbridge and Sheffield. 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 Oldham 035 Oldham
2 Rochdale 015 Rochdale
3 Redbridge 030 Redbridge
4 Rochdale 010 Rochdale
5 Sheffield 020 Sheffield

Forenames

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First names often paired with Ulhaq

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

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

Ulhaq 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

Ulhaq falls in decile 1 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 Ulhaq 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
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Ulhaq

The surname ULHAQ has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East, likely in the Arabian Peninsula. It is derived from the Arabic word "al-Haqq," which translates to "the truth" or "the real" in English. The name was likely adopted by individuals who were associated with upholding truth or embracing reality.

ULHAQ is an alternative spelling of the more common Arabic surname Al-Haqq, which has been recorded in various historical documents dating back several centuries. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the writings of the renowned Islamic scholar and philosopher Al-Ghazali, who lived from 1058 to 1111 CE. He mentioned individuals bearing the surname Al-Haqq in his works.

In the 13th century, the name ULHAQ appeared in records from the Mamluk Sultanate, which ruled over parts of the Middle East and North Africa. It was associated with prominent families and individuals who held positions of authority within the Sultanate. One notable figure was Ibn ULHAQ, a renowned jurist and scholar who lived during this period.

As the Arab diaspora spread across the world, the surname ULHAQ traveled with them. It can be found in various regions, including North Africa, the Iberian Peninsula, and parts of South Asia. In India, for example, there are records of individuals with the surname ULHAQ dating back to the 16th century, when the Mughal Empire ruled over the subcontinent.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname ULHAQ was Shams al-Din Muhammad ULHAQ, a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 14th century. He was known for his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and authored several influential works.

Another notable figure with the surname ULHAQ was Mirza Muhammad ULHAQ, a 19th-century Indian poet and writer who is remembered for his contributions to Urdu literature. His birth year is recorded as 1810, and he passed away in 1887.

In the realm of politics, Hafizullah ULHAQ was a prominent figure in Afghanistan during the 20th century. He served as the Prime Minister of Afghanistan from 1963 to 1965 and played a significant role in the country's political affairs during that period.

Ghulam Mustafa ULHAQ was a renowned Pakistani jurist and legal scholar who lived from 1916 to 1983. He served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pakistan and made notable contributions to the country's legal system.

The surname ULHAQ has also been associated with various places and regions throughout history. For example, the village of ULHAQ in present-day Pakistan was named after individuals bearing this surname who inhabited the area in the past.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Ulhaq surname: questions and answers

How common is the Ulhaq surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 972 in 2016. That gives Ulhaq a modern rank of #5,937.

What does the Ulhaq surname mean?

An honorific Muslim surname meaning "the rightful one" or "belonging to the truth".

What does the Ulhaq map show?

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