Find out how popular the last name Angton is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Angton.

Angton, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Angton surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Angton in America

Angton is the 116201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Angton surname appeared 150 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Angton.

We can also compare 2010 data for Angton to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Angton

The surname Angton originates from England, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the 11th century. This name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "ang" and "tun," which together signify a town or settlement in a meadow or grassy area.

The earliest known record of the Angton surname appears in the Domesday Book, compiled in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. This comprehensive survey of land ownership and taxation in England mentions a landowner named Aelfric Angetun, whose name likely evolved into the modern spelling of Angton.

During the Middle Ages, variations of the name were found in various manuscripts and records, including Angeton, Angtoun, and Angetun. These spelling variations reflect the regional dialects and scribal practices of the time.

One notable figure bearing the Angton surname was Sir William Angton, a 14th-century knight who participated in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. His name is recorded in the Chronicles of Froissart, a medieval historical work detailing the events of that era.

In the 16th century, the Angton family established themselves in the county of Lincolnshire, where they owned land and estates. John Angton, born in 1542, was a prominent member of this family and served as a magistrate in the local community.

Another notable individual with the Angton surname was Elizabeth Angton, born in 1678 in Oxfordshire. She was a renowned botanist and herbalist, contributing to the study and preservation of medicinal plants during her lifetime.

The Angton surname also spread to other parts of England, including Yorkshire and Northumberland. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name in these regions was Robert Angton, born in 1612 in Yorkshire, who was a respected farmer and landowner.

In the 18th century, the Angton family expanded their presence in Lincolnshire, with several members becoming prominent figures in the local gentry and clergy. Reverend Thomas Angton, born in 1725, was a respected clergyman and scholar who served as the rector of a parish in Lincolnshire for over four decades.

Throughout its history, the Angton surname has been associated with various occupations, including agriculture, military service, religious leadership, and scholarly pursuits. While not a widespread name, it has maintained a consistent presence in various regions of England, reflecting the rich tapestry of the country's cultural and historical heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Angton

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Angton.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Angton was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Angton has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Angton was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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