UDDIN

Also recorded as Ud Din, Ud-Din, Uddin-

Uddin

Uddin is a notable British surname that is of South Asian descent, particularly originating in Bangladesh and parts of India. It is a name frequently adopted by individuals of the Muslim faith, indicating descent from the Islamic prophet Mohammed. In Arabic, Uddin translates to "of the faith" or "of the religion".

The surname Uddin is commonly found within the British diaspora, especially among communities with roots in South Asia. Many individuals bearing this surname have migrated to the United Kingdom for various reasons, such as education, employment opportunities, or to join relatives already settled in the country.

Over the years, the Uddin surname has become increasingly familiar in British society, reflecting the nation's rich tapestry of cultural diversity. It is often used as a marker of one's heritage and religious background, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots while also integrating them into the broader multicultural fabric of contemporary British identity.

There are approximately 15,556 people named Uddin in the UK. That makes it the 567th most common surname in Britain. Around 239 in a million people in Britain are named Uddin.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: Bangladesh

Religion of origin: Muslim

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Jalal
  • Jamal
  • Kamal
  • Md
  • Mohammad
  • Mohammed
  • Moin
  • Nasir
  • Nizam
  • Shahab

Female

  • Ala
  • Bahar
  • Farhana
  • Fatima
  • Jahanara
  • Mahbuba
  • Misbah
  • Noor
  • Nur
  • Shahana
  • Shamim
  • Sultana
  • Zia

Similar and related surnames

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