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UK surname

Yasar

A Turkish surname meaning "he/she who lives".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Hackney, Enfield and Sevenoaks.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Yasar is 219 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

-

Modern count

212

2016, ranked #18,843

Peak year

2014

219 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 212 in 2016, ranked #18,843.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Yasar surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Yasar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Yasar 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
1911 historical 1 #34,332
1997 modern 53 #32,329
1998 modern 56 #32,313
1999 modern 59 #32,174
2000 modern 57 #32,417
2001 modern 62 #31,798
2002 modern 79 #30,499
2003 modern 88 #29,506
2004 modern 94 #28,896
2005 modern 112 #26,114
2006 modern 103 #27,785
2007 modern 124 #25,086
2008 modern 141 #23,383
2009 modern 161 #21,879
2010 modern 168 #21,733
2011 modern 172 #21,248
2012 modern 183 #20,356
2013 modern 212 #18,820
2014 modern 219 #18,523
2015 modern 214 #18,712
2016 modern 212 #18,843

Geography

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Where Yasars 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 Hackney, Enfield and Sevenoaks. 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 Hackney 016 Hackney
2 Enfield 006 Enfield
3 Sevenoaks 012 Sevenoaks
4 Hackney 009 Hackney
5 Hackney 014 Hackney

Forenames

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First names often paired with Yasar

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

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

Yasar 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

Yasar 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 Yasar 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 Yasar, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Yasar

The surname Yasar traces its origins to the Turkish region, dating back to the time of the Ottoman Empire. The name is particularly rooted in Anatolia, an area that has been historically rich in culture and heritage. Derived from the Turkish verb "yaşamak," meaning "to live" or "to exist," the surname Yasar essentially conveys the notion of vitality and existence.

Historically, the name Yasar has appeared in various records and manuscripts. Turkish genealogical archives as early as the 16th century document families bearing this surname, often indicating involvement in community leadership and trade. During the height of the Ottoman Empire, the surname Yasar was also documented in provincial tax records and military conscriptions, reflecting the social fabric of the time.

The earliest known reference of the surname Yasar can be traced to a legal document from 1571 that concerns a land dispute in the Anatolian region. This document lists a Mehmet Yasar as one of the primary landowners in the dispute, illustrating the significance and establishment of the Yasar family in local governance.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the surname Yasar. One such individual is Yasar Kemal, born Kemal Sadik Gokceli in 1923, an acclaimed Turkish writer known for his novels that critique social issues in Turkey. His works have garnered international recognition, cementing his place in literary history. Another notable figure is Yasar Dogu, a prominent wrestler born in 1913 who won several medals, including an Olympic gold medal in 1948.

In the realm of politics, Ali Yasar, born in 1898, held significant positions in the early years of the Turkish Republic, contributing to the development of modern Turkey's administrative and legal frameworks. Similarly, musician Zeki Yasar, born in 1941, left an indelible mark on the Turkish music scene with his traditional folk compositions.

Historical records also indicate that the surname Yasar was used in various forms, such as Yasir or Yasaar, in different regions, reflecting the linguistic diversity within the Ottoman territories. Inscriptions and tombstone carvings from the 18th century show the name's prevalence, particularly in areas around modern-day Istanbul.

Overall, the surname Yasar is steeped in rich historical and cultural significance, representing a lineage of vitality and resilience that has persisted through centuries.

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FAQ

Yasar surname: questions and answers

How common is the Yasar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 212 in 2016. That gives Yasar a modern rank of #18,843.

What does the Yasar surname mean?

A Turkish surname meaning "he/she who lives".

What does the Yasar map show?

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