UK surname

Yohannes

Derived from Johannes, a Germanic spelling of the Hebrew name Yohanan meaning "Yahweh is gracious".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Hammersmith and Fulham.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Yohannes is 206 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

201

2016, ranked #19,525

Peak year

2014

206 bearers

Map years

2016 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 201 in 2016, ranked #19,525.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 1 in 1891.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Young Families.

Map

Yohannes surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Yohannes surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Yohannes 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	1	#34,674
1997	modern	39	#33,759
1998	modern	37	#34,149
1999	modern	38	#34,142
2000	modern	39	#34,066
2001	modern	41	#33,753
2002	modern	59	#32,468
2003	modern	70	#31,486
2004	modern	81	#30,569
2005	modern	81	#30,740
2006	modern	96	#28,946
2007	modern	98	#29,019
2008	modern	107	#27,844
2009	modern	121	#26,373
2010	modern	148	#23,697
2011	modern	150	#23,309
2012	modern	180	#20,606
2013	modern	200	#19,524
2014	modern	206	#19,318
2015	modern	201	#19,494
2016	modern	201	#19,525

Geography

Where Yohannes' 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 Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster and Hammersmith and Fulham. 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	Kensington and Chelsea 002	Kensington and Chelsea
2	Westminster 009	Westminster
3	Kensington and Chelsea 003	Kensington and Chelsea
4	Hammersmith and Fulham 005	Hammersmith and Fulham
5	Kensington and Chelsea 004	Kensington and Chelsea

Forenames

First names often paired with Yohannes

These lists show first names that appear often with the Yohannes surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Elsa Sara Arsema Sofia Ruth Araya Sarah Rahel Betiel Selam

Recent male names

Michael Dawit Yonas Simon Yonathan Solomon Abraham Joseph Menelik Emmanuel

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Yohannes

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

Ethnically Diverse Young Families

Nationally, the Yohannes surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Young Families, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Yohannes 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 younger parents born overseas (particularly in Africa or EU countries) with children aged 0-4. Individuals identifying as of Mixed or Multiple ethnicities are also common. English may not be the primary language spoken. Accommodation consists principally of flats, and many properties are socially rented and/or overcrowded. Students are also present, unemployment is common, and other adults tend to work in low skilled jobs.

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

Social Rented Sector Families with Children

Group

Social Rented Sector Pockets

Within London, Yohannes is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Pockets, part of Social Rented Sector Families with Children. 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

Found in pockets across London, residents are less likely to live in private sector rentals and fewer adults are students. Fewer individuals work in transport and communications occupations relative to the Supergroup average. More individuals identify as Black and were born in Africa.

Wider London pattern

Residents of these neighbourhoods include sizable numbers identifying with ethnicities originating outside Europe, particularly in Africa or Bangladesh. The proportion of residents identifying as White, Indian or Pakistani is well below the London average. Neighbourhood age profiles are skewed towards younger adults, and above average numbers of families have children. Rates of use of English at home are below average. Marriage rates are low, and levels of separation or divorce are above average. Housing is predominantly in flats, and renting in the social rented sector the norm - few residents are owner occupiers. Housing is often overcrowded, and neighbourhoods are amongst the most densely populated in London. Disability rates are above average, although levels of unpaid care provision are about average. Employment is in caring, leisure, other service occupations, sales and customer service, or process, plant, and machine operation. Part time working and full-time student study are common. Levels of unemployment are slightly above average. Most residents have only Level 1 or 2 educational qualifications or have completed apprenticeships.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Yohannes 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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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Yohannes 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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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Yohannes 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 Yohannes, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Yohannes

The surname Yohannes has its roots in the region that is today known as Ethiopia and Eritrea, where it is a common and respected surname. The name is derived from the Ge'ez and Amharic form of the name John, which translates to "Yohannes" in the local languages. The name itself traces back to the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." This suggests deep religious and cultural significance, as the name was often associated with Christian contexts.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Yohannes likely appear in religious or royal chronicles, where naming conventions were heavily influenced by Christianity spreading through Abyssinia during the early centuries AD. Historical references to the name can be found in ancient texts, including religious manuscripts that date back to the time when Christianity was becoming deeply rooted in Ethiopian culture.

One historically significant figure who bore this surname was Yohannes I, who ruled Ethiopia as Emperor from 1667 to 1682. His reign is noted for attempts to unify the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and counter the growth of Catholicism in the region. His contribution to Ethiopian history underscores the prominence of the name during that period.

Another notable individual was Emperor Yohannes IV, who ruled from 1872 to 1889. He was an influential leader who defended Ethiopia against invasions and sought to modernize the country. His legacy is a testament to the surname's enduring legacy in Ethiopian history.

The surname Yohannes also appears in early written records such as letters and decrees during medieval times, providing insight into its widespread usage among nobility and clergy. These records sometimes highlight variations in spelling, such as Yohanis or Yohannis, reflecting the orthographic fluidity of the period.

Furthermore, Yohannes Haile-Selassie, a renowned paleoanthropologist born in 1961, has gained international recognition for his contributions to the study of human evolution. His work demonstrates the ongoing impact of individuals with this surname in academic and scientific fields.

Another key figure is Yohannes Gebregeorgis, born in 1950, an Ethiopian American librarian and writer who founded Ethiopia Reads, an organization dedicated to increasing literacy in Ethiopia by providing children with access to books. His efforts have earned him global recognition and numerous awards.

Lastly, Yohannes Zewdu, an Ethiopian long-distance runner born in 1947, has made significant contributions to sports, embodying the resilience and determination associated with the surname. His achievements in athletics provided inspiration for many in his home country.

In summary, the surname Yohannes is steeped in history, evolving from ancient roots and contributing to various fields including royalty, religion, academia, and athletics. It remains a prominent and respected name, particularly within Ethiopian culture.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Yohannes surname: questions and answers

How common is the Yohannes surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 201 in 2016. That gives Yohannes a modern rank of #19,525.

What does the Yohannes surname mean?