ANNAN
Annan
Annan is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the town of Annan in Dumfriesshire, in the south of Scotland. The name is of territorial origin, indicating that the initial bearers of the name likely hailed from or had some association with the town of Annan.
Origins
The town of Annan lies on the eastern bank of the River Annan and has a rich history dating back to the Roman era. As a result, the surname Annan is closely linked to the history and heritage of this town. Families who took the name Annan may have done so as a way of identifying themselves as being from this area.
Distribution
The surname Annan is relatively uncommon but can be found primarily in Scotland and parts of England. Over time, individuals bearing this surname may have migrated to other countries, contributing to its presence in regions beyond the British Isles.
Notable Individuals
- Sir John Annan Bryce (1833–1910): A prominent Scottish-born politician and philanthropist who made significant contributions to education and the arts.
- Margaret Annan Young (1876–1968): An accomplished British artist known for her landscape paintings, particularly of the Scottish countryside.
Variants
Variants of the surname Annan include Annand, Annandale, and Annandale.
The surname Annan carries with it a sense of heritage and a connection to the town of Annan, embodying the rich history and cultural significance associated with this Scottish place.
There are approximately 1,077 people named Annan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,977th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Annan.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Emmanuel
- Francis
- George
- James
- John
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Adelaide
- Elizabeth
- Evelyn
- Frances
- Grace
- Imogen
- Jayne
- Lorraine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan