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UK surname

Annor

A surname originating in Wales denoting someone who lived in a barn or stable.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Annor surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 121, ranked #27,399, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Newham, Southwark and Merton.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Annor is 121 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 12000.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

121

2016, ranked #27,399

Peak year

2016

121 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Annor had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016, ranked #27,399.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 26 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations.

Annor surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Annor surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Annor 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
1851 historical 3 #32,890
1861 historical 26 #30,677
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 15 #32,956
1901 historical 3 #34,063
1911 historical 1 #34,332
1997 modern 34 #34,282
1998 modern 36 #34,246
1999 modern 35 #34,418
2000 modern 31 #34,798
2001 modern 32 #34,537
2002 modern 35 #34,554
2003 modern 53 #33,076
2004 modern 65 #32,177
2005 modern 77 #31,156
2006 modern 88 #30,160
2007 modern 100 #28,669
2008 modern 105 #28,180
2009 modern 105 #28,815
2010 modern 93 #31,239
2011 modern 96 #30,721
2012 modern 107 #29,017
2013 modern 109 #29,209
2014 modern 108 #29,658
2015 modern 112 #28,809
2016 modern 121 #27,399

Geography

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Where Annors 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 Newham, Southwark, Merton and Barking and Dagenham. 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 Newham 001 Newham
2 Newham 031 Newham
3 Southwark 016 Southwark
4 Merton 014 Merton
5 Barking and Dagenham 021 Barking and Dagenham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Annor

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Annor

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Annor, 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

Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations

Nationally, the Annor surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ethnically Diverse Families in Less Connected Locations, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Annor household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group is often found in less central parts of London and other major towns and cities. Adults are more likely than the Supergroup average to have never been married and are typically aged less than 45 years. Many have young dependent children and individuals may have been born in Africa. There are many members identifying with a Black ethnic group, with the other ethnic groups (as listed in the glossary) also represented, though Chinese less so. Accommodation in flats, frequently socially rented, is common in these neighbourhoods. Part time employment is also common, and work is often in elementary occupations, while unemployment is also the highest within this Supergroup.

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

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Annor is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. 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

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Annor 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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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Annor falls in decile 2 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

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 Annor is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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
Black - African

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

Meaning and origin of Annor

The surname Annor has its origins in the Welsh language and culture. It is believed to have originated in the regions of Wales during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

One theory suggests that Annor is derived from the Welsh word "annor," which means "wanderer" or "traveler." This could indicate that the name was initially given to someone who led a nomadic lifestyle or frequently traveled from one place to another.

Another possible origin is that Annor is a variant of the Welsh surname "Aynor," which itself is derived from the Welsh personal name "Einion," meaning "anvil" or "small ridge." This name may have been given to someone who lived near a prominent geographical feature or worked as a blacksmith.

In the historical records, one of the earliest known references to the surname Annor can be found in the Llyfr Ystrad Marchell, a manuscript dating back to the late 15th century, where it appears as "Annor ap Rhys."

One notable individual with the surname Annor was Gwilym Annor, a Welsh poet and musician who lived in the 16th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the traditional Welsh bardic poetry and is considered one of the leading figures of the Welsh literary renaissance.

Another prominent figure was Rhys Annor, a Welsh landowner and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Pembrokeshire in the late 16th century. He was known for his involvement in the local government and his efforts to promote the Welsh language and culture.

In the 17th century, the surname Annor is recorded in the parish registers of several Welsh counties, including Glamorgan, Monmouthshire, and Carmarthenshire. This suggests that the name was well-established and widely distributed throughout Wales during this period.

A notable example from the 18th century is Evan Annor, a Welsh farmer and author who wrote a widely-read treatise on agriculture and rural life in Wales. His work provided valuable insights into the traditional farming practices and customs of the time.

In the 19th century, the surname Annor gained further recognition with the birth of David Annor, a Welsh industrialist and philanthropist. He made significant contributions to the development of the coal mining industry in South Wales and was also known for his charitable work and support for education.

While the surname Annor is predominantly associated with Wales, it has also been found in other parts of the British Isles and beyond, likely due to migration and the spread of Welsh communities over the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Annor surname: questions and answers

How common was the Annor surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Annor surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Annor surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 121 in 2016. That gives Annor a modern rank of #27,399.

What does the Annor surname mean?

A surname originating in Wales denoting someone who lived in a barn or stable.

What does the Annor map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Annor bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.