Annon last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Annon

A surname variation of the name "Anon", derived from the Greek "anōnymos" meaning anonymous or without name.

Annon, 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 Annon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Annon in America

Annon is the 67747th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Annon surname appeared 291 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 Annon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Annon 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.

2010 2000 Change (%)
Rank 67747 68172 -0.63%
Count 291 270 7.49%
Proportion per 100k 0.10 0.10 0.00%

The history of the last name Annon

The surname Annon has its origins in the French region of Normandy, dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "annon," which means "one who lives near a stream or brook." This suggests that the name may have originated as a descriptive term for individuals who resided near a water source.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Annon surname can be found in the historic Domesday Book, compiled in 1086 for William the Conqueror. The book mentions a landowner named Reginald Annon, who held estates in Wiltshire, England.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms, such as Anon, Annon, and Announ, reflecting the variations in spelling common during that era. The Annon family is thought to have been prominent in the region of Normandy, with several members holding positions of influence and power.

Notable historical figures bearing the Annon surname include Sir William Annon (1256-1319), a prominent knight and landowner in Somerset, England. He was known for his prowess in battle and his loyalty to King Edward I.

Another notable individual was Margery Annon (1412-1472), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist from Essex, England. She was renowned for her generosity and support of local churches and charities.

In the 16th century, the Annon family expanded their influence to other parts of England. One notable member was John Annon (1541-1612), a merchant and explorer who traveled extensively throughout the Mediterranean region and established trade routes for English goods.

The Annon surname also has a strong presence in Scotland, with records indicating that the name was introduced there in the 12th century by Norman settlers. One notable Scottish figure was Robert Annon (1674-1738), a renowned scholar and theologian who served as the principal of the University of Edinburgh.

Another prominent individual was Mary Annon (1789-1865), a Scottish writer and poet whose works celebrated the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands and explored themes of love, loss, and resilience.

While the Annon surname may have evolved from its original French roots, it has since become widespread across various regions and cultures, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions to various fields throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Annon

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

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 Annon was:

Race/Ethnicity Percentage Total Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only 83.85% 244
Non-Hispanic Black Only 8.59% 25
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native (S)% (S)
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races 3.78% 11
Hispanic Origin 3.44% 10

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 Annon has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

2010 2000 Change (%)
White 83.85% 83.70% 0.18%
Black 8.59% 7.41% 14.75%
Asian and Pacific Islander (S)% (S)% (S)%
American Indian and Alaskan Native (S)% (S)% (S)%
Two or More Races 3.78% 2.59% 37.36%
Hispanic 3.44% 3.33% 3.25%

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 Annon was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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