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

Antrican, 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 Antrican surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Antrican in America

Antrican is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Antrican surname appeared 170 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 Antrican.

We can also compare 2010 data for Antrican 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 Antrican

The surname "Antrican" is believed to have originated in the region of West Yorkshire, England, during the late 16th century. It is thought to be derived from a combination of the Old English words "antri" meaning "entrance" and "can" meaning "place," suggesting a connection to a specific location or dwelling.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "Antrican" can be found in the parish records of Haworth, West Yorkshire, dating back to the late 1500s. These records mention a family with the surname "Antrican" residing in the area. It is possible that the name was initially associated with a particular place or landmark, such as an entrance gate or a specific building.

In the 17th century, the name "Antrican" appears in various historical documents and records from the surrounding areas of West Yorkshire. For instance, the Yorkshire Protestation Returns of 1641-1642, which recorded those who took an oath of allegiance to the Protestant religion, includes several individuals with the surname "Antrican."

One notable individual bearing the name "Antrican" was John Antrican, born in 1675 in Bradford, West Yorkshire. He was a prominent merchant and landowner, and his name is mentioned in several local records and deeds from the late 17th and early 18th centuries.

Another person of historical significance with the surname "Antrican" was Elizabeth Antrican, born in 1712 in Keighley, West Yorkshire. She was a philanthropist and supporter of the local church, and her name is inscribed on a plaque in the Keighley Parish Church, acknowledging her contributions.

In the 19th century, the surname "Antrican" appears to have spread beyond the confines of West Yorkshire. For example, records show an individual named William Antrican, born in 1823 in Lancashire, who was a renowned textile manufacturer and industrialist during the Industrial Revolution.

Throughout its history, the surname "Antrican" has also been associated with various place names and locations within West Yorkshire. For instance, the village of Antricant, located near Bradford, is believed to have derived its name from the surname, suggesting a connection between the name and a specific geographical area.

While the surname "Antrican" may not be as prevalent today as it once was, it remains an integral part of the rich historical tapestry of West Yorkshire, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Antrican

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

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

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