UK surname

Anastasi

A surname derived from the Greek word "anastasis" meaning "resurrection" or "rising."

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Enfield and The Vale of Glamorgan.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Anastasi is 305 in 2011. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

292

2016, ranked #15,022

Peak year

2011

305 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 292 in 2016, ranked #15,022.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 5 in 1901.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Map

Anastasi surname distribution map

The map shows where the Anastasi surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Anastasi surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Anastasi over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year	Period	Count	Rank
1901	historical	5	#33,728
1997	modern	258	#14,949
1998	modern	269	#14,941
1999	modern	266	#15,150
2000	modern	278	#14,659
2001	modern	256	#15,273
2002	modern	269	#15,044
2003	modern	260	#15,216
2004	modern	266	#15,075
2005	modern	263	#15,139
2006	modern	264	#15,170
2007	modern	269	#15,123
2008	modern	276	#14,994
2009	modern	281	#15,098
2010	modern	293	#14,974
2011	modern	305	#14,439
2012	modern	281	#15,198
2013	modern	300	#14,744
2014	modern	298	#14,911
2015	modern	292	#15,046
2016	modern	292	#15,022

Geography

Where Anastasis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Enfield and The Vale of Glamorgan. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank	Parish	Area
1	No data	No data

Top modern areas

Rank	Area	District
1	Enfield 026	Enfield
2	The Vale of Glamorgan 007	Vale of Glamorgan
3	Enfield 035	Enfield
4	Enfield 032	Enfield
5	Enfield 027	Enfield

Forenames

First names often paired with Anastasi

These lists show first names that appear often with the Anastasi surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Maria Stacey Sophia Mary Anna Kerrie Stella Elisa Christine Eleni

Recent male names

George Andreas Andrew Paul Michael Christopher James Philip Gregory Peter

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Anastasi

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Anastasi, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Anastasi surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Anastasi household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Anastasi is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Anastasi is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Anastasi falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Anastasi is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate: White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Anastasi, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Anastasi

The surname Anastasi originated in Greece, with records dating back to the Byzantine Empire in the 11th century. It is derived from the Greek name Anastasius, which means "resurrection" or "one who will rise again." The name was originally given to children born around the Easter holiday, which celebrates the resurrection of Christ.

In medieval times, the Anastasi family was prominent in the Greek city of Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Several members held influential positions within the church and government. One notable figure was Michael Anastasi, a high-ranking Byzantine official who served as the governor of Cyprus in the late 12th century.

As the Byzantine Empire declined and the Ottoman Turks gained control of the region, many Greeks fled to other parts of Europe, including Italy and Spain. This diaspora helped spread the Anastasi name across the Mediterranean. In the 15th century, records show an Anastasi family living in the Italian city of Venice, where they were successful merchants.

One of the earliest known bearers of the Anastasi surname was Antonio Anastasi, a 16th-century Italian painter from the town of Perugia. His works can be found in several churches and museums throughout Italy. Another notable figure was Giuseppe Anastasi, an 18th-century archaeologist and diplomat from the island of Malta. He was instrumental in excavating and preserving many ancient Greek and Roman artifacts.

In the 19th century, the Anastasi name appeared in various parts of Europe, including Greece, Italy, Spain, and France. One prominent individual was Demetrio Anastasi, a Greek military leader who fought against the Ottoman Turks during the Greek War of Independence in the 1820s. Another was Juan Anastasi, a Spanish painter known for his religious artwork in the late 19th century.

While the Anastasi surname has its roots in Greece, it has since spread to many parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and South America. Regardless of their geographic location, those who bear this name can trace their origins back to the ancient and rich cultural heritage of the Byzantine Empire.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Anastasi surname: questions and answers

How common is the Anastasi surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 292 in 2016. That gives Anastasi a modern rank of #15,022.

What does the Anastasi surname mean?