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UK surname

Younas

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "Jonah" or "dove".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Blackburn with Darwen, Rochdale and Sheffield.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Younas is 938 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

914

2016, ranked #6,236

Peak year

2014

938 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 914 in 2016, ranked #6,236.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 3 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Challenged Multicultural Communities and Students.

Younas surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Younas surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Younas 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
1861 historical 3 #33,861
1891 historical 2 #34,436
1997 modern 359 #11,956
1998 modern 406 #11,228
1999 modern 437 #10,717
2000 modern 470 #10,089
2001 modern 463 #10,009
2002 modern 536 #9,163
2003 modern 565 #8,665
2004 modern 619 #8,152
2005 modern 687 #7,460
2006 modern 715 #7,236
2007 modern 767 #6,926
2008 modern 789 #6,834
2009 modern 830 #6,688
2010 modern 896 #6,409
2011 modern 890 #6,370
2012 modern 877 #6,372
2013 modern 899 #6,351
2014 modern 938 #6,190
2015 modern 925 #6,198
2016 modern 914 #6,236

Geography

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Where Younas' 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 Blackburn with Darwen, Rochdale, Sheffield, Bradford and Slough. 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 Blackburn with Darwen 004 Blackburn with Darwen
2 Rochdale 015 Rochdale
3 Sheffield 020 Sheffield
4 Bradford 033 Bradford
5 Slough 007 Slough

Forenames

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First names often paired with Younas

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Younas

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

Younas 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

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

Meaning and origin of Younas

The surname Younas traces its origins to the Middle East and South Asia, particularly within Arabic and Persian-speaking regions. The name is believed to have emerged as early as the 7th century in these areas. Traditionally, Younas is derived from an Arabic variant of the name Yunus, which holds significant religious importance in Islam as it refers to the Prophet Jonah.

Historical references to the surname Younas can be found in various Islamic texts and records. For example, early manuscripts from the Islamic Golden Age (8th-14th centuries) mention individuals named Younas, emphasizing their involvement in scholarly and religious activities. The name Younas also appears in historical documents from the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent, where it was used by notable individuals and families.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the surname Younas is found in 13th-century Persian literature, with references to a scholar named Maulana Younas, who contributed significantly to Islamic jurisprudence. Another historical figure is Younas Al-Basri, an 8th-century Arab philosopher who played a crucial role in the intellectual circles of Basra, Iraq.

During the Mughal period, the surname was carried by influential figures such as Younas Ahmad, a 16th-century courtier who served under Emperor Akbar. He was known for his diplomatic skills and contributions to the empire's administration. In the 17th century, Younas Khan, a military leader, defended the Mughal territories against rival factions, showcasing the name's prominence in military history.

By the 19th century, the surname Younas had spread to various parts of the British Indian Empire. Younas Ali Khan, a notable freedom fighter born in 1876, played a crucial role in the struggle for independence from British rule. His efforts and leadership were well-documented in historical accounts of India's independence movement.

Another important figure bearing the surname is Younas Patel, an early 20th-century academic born in 1902, who made significant contributions to the fields of literature and education in South Asia. His works and teachings remain influential within academic circles.

Across these various periods and regions, the surname Younas has been associated with scholarly, military, and administrative accomplishments. Its historical journey reflects the name's deep cultural and religious significance.

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FAQ

Younas surname: questions and answers

How common is the Younas surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 914 in 2016. That gives Younas a modern rank of #6,236.

What does the Younas surname mean?

A surname of Arabic origin meaning "Jonah" or "dove".

What does the Younas map show?

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