2000
#143,847
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Adamany
A surname of Polish origin, likely derived from the diminutive form of the given name Adam.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 122 Americans carry the last name Adamany. That puts it at #152,339 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,809,462 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Adamany surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
122
1 in 2,809,462
Census rank
#152,339
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
106
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 106 bearers of the surname Adamany in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 152339th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Adamany, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.4%) and Two or More Races (3.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Adamany
The surname ADAMANY has its origins rooted in the ancient Greek language, deriving from the word "adamas," which translates to "invincible" or "unconquerable." This name holds a rich historical significance, tracing back to the Byzantine era around the 5th century AD.
The earliest documented instances of the ADAMANY surname can be found in regions that were once part of the Byzantine Empire, particularly in areas of modern-day Greece and Turkey. It is believed that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional bravery or strength in battle, reflecting the meaning of "invincible."
During the reign of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD), a notable figure named Adamantius Adamany was recorded as a distinguished military commander. His exploits and valor were celebrated, and the surname ADAMANY became associated with this legacy of courage and resilience.
As the Byzantine Empire expanded and interacted with neighboring civilizations, the name ADAMANY spread to other regions, including parts of the Balkans and the Middle East. In the 9th century, an influential scholar and theologian named John Adamany made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of the time, further cementing the name's presence in historical records.
During the Crusades, which spanned from the 11th to the 13th centuries, several knights and warriors bearing the ADAMANY surname were documented as participants in these religious campaigns. One such notable figure was Sir Adamany of Antioch, who fought valiantly in the Siege of Antioch in 1098 AD.
In the 14th century, a renowned poet and playwright named Demetrios Adamany gained recognition for his literary works, which explored themes of love, war, and human resilience. His legacy as a celebrated artist further enriched the cultural significance of the ADAMANY surname.
As time progressed, the ADAMANY name continued to be carried across different regions, with families bearing this surname establishing roots in various parts of Europe, Asia Minor, and the Levant. Prominent individuals with this name include the 18th-century philosopher and mathematician Petros Adamany and the 19th-century artist and sculptor Eleni Adamany, both of whom made significant contributions to their respective fields.
Throughout its long and storied history, the surname ADAMANY has been a testament to the enduring spirit of strength, resilience, and perseverance. Its roots in ancient Greek language and its association with notable figures have imbued this name with a sense of pride and cultural significance that continues to be celebrated to this day.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Adamany
Among Census respondents with the surname Adamany, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.4%) and Two or More Races (3.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Adamany bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Adamany surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White83.0% · 88
- Hispanic or Latino9.4% · 10
- Two or more races3.8% · 4
- Black or African American1.9% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.9% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Adamany
Adamany appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#154,907
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 105
-1 bearers (-0.9%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 11,060 places
2020
#152,339
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
+1 bearers (+1.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 2,568 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #143,847 | 106 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #154,907 | 105 | 0.04 | -1 bearers (-0.9%) | Down 11,060 places |
| 2020 | #152,339 | 106 | 0.04 | +1 bearers (+1.0%) | Up 2,568 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Adamany surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #154,907 | #152,339 | 1.7% |
| Count | 105 | 106 | 1.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -11.3% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Adamany bearers went from 105 to 106 (+1.0% change). The surname moved up 2,568 positions in the national ranking, going from #154,907 to #152,339.
FAQ
Adamany surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Adamany?
Name Census estimates that about 122 living Americans carry the surname Adamany. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,809,462 residents.
How common is Adamany?
Adamany ranks #152,339 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 106 people with the surname Adamany. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (122), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Adamany.
Has Adamany become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Adamany went from 105 recorded bearers to 106. That is an increase of 1 (+1.0%). In the national ranking it rose from #154,907 to #152,339.
What does the Census say about the background of Adamany?
Among Census respondents with the surname Adamany, the largest self-reported group is White at 83.0%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (9.4%) and Two or More Races (3.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Adamany in the 2020 Census, accounting for 83.0% (88 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Adamany appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (83.0%), Hispanic (9.4%), Two or More Races (3.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Adamany (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Adamany mean?
A surname of Polish origin, likely derived from the diminutive form of the given name Adam. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Adamany (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Adamany?
Find out how many people are called Adamany on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.