UK surname

Lanni

A surname of Italian origin derived from the medieval personal name "Iohannes".

In the 1881 census there were 2 people recorded with the Lanni surname, ranking it #33,721 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 225, ranked #18,105, up from #33,721 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include North Hertfordshire, Central Bedfordshire and Kirklees.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lanni is 226 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 11150.0%.

1881 census count

Ranked #33,721

Modern count

225

2016, ranked #18,105

Peak year

2014

226 bearers

Map years

1998 to 2016

Key insights

• Lanni had 2 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,721 surname in that year.
• The latest modern count shown here is 225 in 2016, ranked #18,105.
• Within the historical census years, the highest count was 40 in 1901.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Ageing Communities.

Map

Lanni surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Lanni surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Lanni 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
1861	historical	2	#34,135
1881	historical	2	#33,721
1891	historical	14	#33,037
1901	historical	40	#29,678
1911	historical	16	#31,804
1997	modern	164	#19,944
1998	modern	177	#19,523
1999	modern	181	#19,380
2000	modern	182	#19,300
2001	modern	177	#19,357
2002	modern	178	#19,671
2003	modern	177	#19,549
2004	modern	185	#19,114
2005	modern	186	#18,985
2006	modern	186	#19,140
2007	modern	199	#18,542
2008	modern	211	#17,997
2009	modern	218	#18,015
2010	modern	223	#18,096
2011	modern	219	#18,145
2012	modern	210	#18,604
2013	modern	216	#18,543
2014	modern	226	#18,088
2015	modern	226	#17,995
2016	modern	225	#18,105

Geography

Where Lannis 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 North Hertfordshire, Central Bedfordshire, Kirklees, Doncaster and Birmingham. 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	North Hertfordshire 010	North Hertfordshire
2	Central Bedfordshire 010	Central Bedfordshire
3	Kirklees 037	Kirklees
4	Doncaster 006	Doncaster
5	Birmingham 090	Birmingham

Forenames

First names often paired with Lanni

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

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Andrea Jemma Catherine Sarah Jacqueline Maria Diane Anna Anne Helena

Recent male names

Anthony Antonio John Giovanni David Paul Mark Michael Angelo Keith

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Lanni

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

Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities

Group

Ageing Communities

Nationally, the Lanni surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Ageing Communities, within Suburbanites and Peri-Urbanities. This does not mean every Lanni household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Many residents are of normal retirement age or above and live in communal establishments, and there are few dependent children. The dominant property type is a mix of retirement flats and detached houses. Those in work are likely to be employed in managerial and professional occupations, and many residents are educated to degree level. Levels of owner occupation are high, but the private rental sector is also present. Rural locations predominate.

Wider pattern

Pervasive throughout the UK, members of this Supergroup typically own (or are buying) their detached, semi-detached or terraced homes. They are also typically educated to A Level/Highers or degree level and work in skilled or professional occupations. Typically born in the UK, some families have children, although the median adult age is above 45 and some property has become under-occupied after children have left home. This Supergroup is pervasive not only in suburban locations, but also in neighbourhoods at or beyond the edge of cities that adjoin rural parts of the country.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles

Group

Inner London Working Professionals

Within London, Lanni is most associated with areas classed as Inner London Working Professionals, part of Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles. 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 primarily Inner London neighbourhoods are more densely populated than the Supergroup average. Residents have a younger over-all age profile than the Supergroup as a whole, and are less likely to be owner occupiers. Full time employment is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup and multiple car ownership is uncommon. Chinese and non-EU-born European migrants are less in evidence than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

These neighbourhoods house people of all ages, predominantly of White British or European extraction. Resident turnover is low. Religious affiliation is less common than average and tends to be Christian if expressed. Homeownership, typically of terraced houses, is common but use of the social rented sector is not. Employment is typically in professional, managerial and associate professional or technical occupations. There are few full-time students. Level 4 qualifications are common. More households lack dependent children than have them which, considered alongside low levels of crowding and over-all age structure, indicates that many households may be post child-rearing and in late middle age. Incidence of disability is low, as is residence in communal establishments.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Lanni is most concentrated in decile 4 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

Lanni falls in decile 10 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less 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 Lanni is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 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 Lanni, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Lanni

The surname Lanni has its origins in Italy, specifically in the region of Campania. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Latin word "laneus," which means "woolen" or "made of wool." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the wool trade or textile industry during that time.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Lanni can be found in historical documents from the city of Naples, where it appears as early as the 13th century. These records include legal contracts, property deeds, and tax records, indicating that the Lanni family had established itself as a prominent and influential presence in the region.

In the 14th century, the Lanni name is also found in the municipal archives of the town of Sorrento, located along the Amalfi Coast. These records suggest that members of the Lanni family held positions of authority and played a significant role in the local governance and economy.

Notable individuals bearing the Lanni surname include Giovanni Lanni (1525-1592), a renowned Italian architect and engineer who contributed to the design and construction of several notable buildings in Naples, including the Palazzo Reale and the Certosa di San Martino. Another prominent figure was Antonio Lanni (1635-1718), a Neapolitan lawyer and politician who served as a magistrate and held influential positions in the city's government.

In the 18th century, the Lanni name gained further prominence with the birth of Geronimo Lanni (1746-1821), a celebrated Neapolitan painter known for his religious and historical works. His paintings can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

Moving into the 19th century, Vincenzo Lanni (1824-1892) was a renowned Italian sculptor and architect who made significant contributions to the artistic and architectural landscape of Naples. His works include the elaborate façade of the Naples Cathedral and numerous sculptures adorning public spaces throughout the city.

Throughout its history, the Lanni surname has maintained a strong association with the region of Campania, particularly the city of Naples and its surrounding areas. While the name may have spread to other parts of Italy and beyond over time, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich cultural and historical heritage of this southern Italian region.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

Lanni families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lanni 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. Lancashire leads with 1 Lannis recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.37x.

County	Total	Frequency	Index
Lancashire	1	0.00%	4.37x
Middlesex	1	0.00%	5.19x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Liverpool in Lancashire leads with 1 Lannis recorded in 1881 and an index of 71.94x.

Place	Total	Frequency	Index
Liverpool	1	0.00%	71.94x
St Andrew Holborn London	1	0.01%	1250.00x

Top male names

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

Name	Count
Lorenze	1
Paolo	1

FAQ

Lanni surname: questions and answers

How common was the Lanni surname in 1881?

In 1881, 2 people were recorded with the Lanni surname. That placed it at #33,721 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Lanni surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 225 in 2016. That gives Lanni a modern rank of #18,105.

What does the Lanni surname mean?