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UK surname

Antony

An ancient surname derived from the Roman family name "Antonius".

In the 1881 census there were 108 people recorded with the Antony surname, ranking it #18,888 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 813, ranked #6,817, up from #18,888 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to London parishes, Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard and St Giles-in-the-Fields. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Newham, Croydon and Brent.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Antony is 814 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 652.8%.

1881 census count

108

Ranked #18,888

Modern count

813

2016, ranked #6,817

Peak year

2015

814 bearers

Map years

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1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Antony had 108 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #18,888 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 813 in 2016, ranked #6,817.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 161 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Antony surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Antony surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Antony 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 160 #12,347
1861 historical 161 #14,392
1881 historical 108 #18,888
1891 historical 141 #19,108
1901 historical 113 #21,296
1911 historical 79 #24,903
1997 modern 184 #18,580
1998 modern 179 #19,372
1999 modern 204 #18,021
2000 modern 202 #18,094
2001 modern 191 #18,453
2002 modern 201 #18,236
2003 modern 232 #16,447
2004 modern 273 #14,804
2005 modern 360 #12,112
2006 modern 457 #10,127
2007 modern 508 #9,455
2008 modern 580 #8,629
2009 modern 628 #8,299
2010 modern 694 #7,830
2011 modern 710 #7,615
2012 modern 733 #7,356
2013 modern 760 #7,269
2014 modern 811 #6,906
2015 modern 814 #6,835
2016 modern 813 #6,817

Geography

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Where Antonys are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around London parishes, Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard, St Giles-in-the-Fields, Portland and St Marylebone. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Newham, Croydon and Brent. 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 London parishes London 3
2 Lenton, Radford, Papplewick, Nuthall, Greasley, Brewhouse Yard Nottinghamshire
3 St Giles-in-the-Fields London (Central Districts)
4 Portland Dorset
5 St Marylebone London (North Districts)

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Newham 010 Newham
2 Croydon 019 Croydon
3 Newham 018 Newham
4 Brent 026 Brent
5 Newham 015 Newham

Forenames

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First names often paired with Antony

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Antony

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Antony, 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 Antony surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Antony 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

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Young Asian Family Terraces

Within London, Antony is most associated with areas classed as Young Asian Family Terraces, part of Suburban Asian Communities. 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 households with dependent children typically live in terraced housing and are of (non-Chinese) Asian extraction. Individuals with Bangladeshi origins are particularly in evidence. Employment is often in elementary occupations or as process, plant or machine operatives, and part-time work is common. Students are much in evidence.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Antony 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

Antony falls in decile 3 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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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Antony 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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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
Other Ethnic Group

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

Meaning and origin of Antony

The surname Antony is of French origin, derived from the Latin name Antonius, which is believed to have originated from the Roman family name Antonii. The Antonii were a prominent Roman family, and the name Antonius was borne by several notable figures in ancient Roman history, including the famous Roman general and statesman Marcus Antonius.

The Antony surname first appeared in France during the Middle Ages, likely as a result of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Many Norman nobles and their families settled in England after the conquest, bringing with them their French surnames, including Antony.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Antony surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The book mentions several individuals with the surname Antony, indicating that the name was already established in England by the late 11th century.

During the medieval period, the Antony surname was commonly associated with certain locations in England, such as Antony in Cornwall and Antony in Hampshire. These place names likely derived from the surname itself, suggesting that individuals bearing the name Antony had established settlements or landholdings in those areas.

One notable individual with the surname Antony was Sir Henry Antony (c. 1511-1568), an English politician and landowner who served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Another prominent figure was Sir John Antony (c. 1585-1655), an English merchant and Member of Parliament during the reign of King Charles I.

In the 17th century, the Antony surname gained recognition through the exploits of William Antony (1592-1654), an English military commander who fought for the Parliamentarian forces during the English Civil War. He played a significant role in several key battles, including the Battle of Edgehill and the Battle of Naseby.

Another notable individual with the Antony surname was Susan Antony (1671-1749), an English poet and playwright who wrote several popular works during the early 18th century, including the tragedy "The Distressed Wife" and the comedy "The Masquerade Lovers."

In the 19th century, the Antony surname was borne by several influential figures, such as Sir Edmund Antony (1828-1904), a British diplomat and colonial administrator who served as Governor of Madras Presidency in India from 1888 to 1893.

Throughout its history, the Antony surname has been associated with various professions, including politics, military service, literature, and commerce, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who have borne this name over the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Antony families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Antony surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 32 Antonys recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.04x.

County Total Index
Middlesex 32 3.04x
Derbyshire 13 7.88x
Lancashire 12 0.96x
Glamorgan 11 6.00x
Hampshire 9 4.17x
Sussex 5 2.82x
Warwickshire 5 1.88x
Yorkshire 4 0.38x
Monmouthshire 2 2.63x
Nottinghamshire 2 1.41x
Worcestershire 2 1.45x
Cambridgeshire 1 1.50x
Carmarthenshire 1 2.25x
Cheshire 1 0.43x
Cornwall 1 0.84x
Devon 1 0.46x
Durham 1 0.32x
Gloucestershire 1 0.48x
Kent 1 0.28x
Midlothian 1 0.71x
Shropshire 1 1.10x
Surrey 1 0.19x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. St Giles In Fields London in Middlesex leads with 11 Antonys recorded in 1881 and an index of 212.77x.

Place Total Index
St Giles In Fields London 11 212.77x
Toxteth Park 7 16.54x
Islington London 6 5.88x
Llanwonno 6 91.05x
Southampton St Mary 6 44.18x
St Marylebone London 6 10.67x
Hastings St Mary 5 113.12x
Ripley 5 245.10x
Stapenhill 5 204.08x
Aston 4 5.47x
Gelligaer 4 95.47x
Hampton London 3 173.41x
Ormesby 3 106.76x
Hornsey 2 15.02x
Kirkdale 2 9.51x
Llanvihangel Llantarnam 2 137.93x
Rusholme 2 60.06x
St Maurice Winchester 2 222.22x
Birkenhead 1 5.39x
Birmingham 1 1.13x
Carisbrooke 1 33.33x
Clerkenwell London 1 4.02x
Eastwood 1 78.74x
Edinburgh St Cuthberts 1 1.76x
Fulham London 1 6.54x
Hedworth Monkton Jarrow 1 7.37x
Kenwyn 1 32.05x
Kidderminster Foreign 1 51.28x
Linton 1 312.50x
Litchurch 1 15.06x
Liverpool 1 1.32x
Llandebie 1 77.52x
Nether Hallam 1 7.08x
Normanton 1 71.94x
Richmond 1 13.91x
Shirland 1 81.30x
Shrewsbury Holy Cross 1 99.01x
Snenton 1 17.92x
St Giles Cambridge 1 116.28x
Stapleton 1 25.51x
Stoke Damerel 1 6.51x
Westminster St John 1 7.79x
Willesden 1 10.07x
Worcester St Nicholas 1 153.85x
Ystradyfodwg 1 6.22x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Antony surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Mary 8
Ann 4
Elizabeth 4
Louisa 3
Sarah 3
Ada 2
Frances 2
Hannah 2
Amy 1
Anne 1
Annie 1
Betsey 1
Clara 1
Eleanor 1
Elenor 1
Eliza 1
Elizatbeth 1
Ellen 1
Emma 1
Fanny 1
Florence 1
Florrie 1
Gwladys 1
H.A. 1
Maria 1
Marion 1
Rachael 1
Rosa 1
S.A. 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Antony surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
John 8
William 7
George 4
Thomas 4
Charles 3
Henry 3
James 3
Arthur 2
Francis 2
Frederick 2
Joseph 2
Walter 2
Abram 1
Alfred 1
Andrew 1
Claude 1
Daniel 1
Ernest 1
Fred. 1
Isaac 1
Lucian 1
Marc 1
Mark 1
Ricahrd 1
Richard 1
Rueben 1
Samul 1
Thos.M. 1

FAQ

Antony surname: questions and answers

How common was the Antony surname in 1881?

In 1881, 108 people were recorded with the Antony surname. That placed it at #18,888 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Antony surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 813 in 2016. That gives Antony a modern rank of #6,817.

What does the Antony surname mean?

An ancient surname derived from the Roman family name "Antonius".

What does the Antony map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Antony 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.