Antonov
An Eastern European surname derived from the given name Anton.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 514 Americans carry the last name Antonov. That puts it at #46,568 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.15 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 666,837 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Antonov surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
514
1 in 666,837
Census rank
#46,568
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
457
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 457 bearers of the surname Antonov in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.15 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 46568th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Antonov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Antonov
The surname Antonov is of Russian origin, derived from the patronymic name Anton, which means "priceless" or "highly praised" in Greek. The name originated in the 9th century AD when the Eastern Slavic people adopted Christianity and began using names of Greek origin.
The earliest recorded instances of the Antonov surname can be traced back to the 16th century in various Russian documents and records. One of the earliest known bearers of this surname was Ivan Antonov, a merchant from Novgorod who lived in the late 15th century.
In the 17th century, the Antonov family was known to have lived in the village of Antonovka, located near the city of Ryazan. This village likely derived its name from the Antonov family, suggesting their presence in the area during that time.
One of the most notable individuals with the surname Antonov was Oleg Konstantinovich Antonov (1906-1984), a Soviet aircraft designer and founding father of the Antonov aircraft design bureau. He was responsible for the development of several iconic Soviet aircraft, including the An-2 and An-22 transport planes.
Another prominent figure was Sergey Antonov (1915-1995), a Soviet writer and author of numerous novels and short stories, including the acclaimed work "The Residents of the Village of Vedernikovo."
In the 18th century, the Antonov family had members who served in the Russian Imperial Army. One such individual was Major General Andrei Antonov (1770-1828), who participated in the Napoleonic Wars and was awarded the Order of St. George for his bravery.
The name Antonov can also be found in historical records from other Slavic countries, such as Ukraine and Belarus, where it likely originated from Russian immigrants or shared a common linguistic root.
Ivan Antonov (1888-1919) was a Ukrainian anarchist and revolutionary who played a significant role in the Russian Civil War, fighting alongside the Red Army against the White movement.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the surname Antonov, reflecting its rich cultural heritage and widespread presence in various regions of the former Russian Empire and beyond.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Antonov
Among Census respondents with the surname Antonov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Antonov bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Antonov surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White98.5%
- Hispanic or Latino1.3%
- Unknown or suppressed0.2%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Antonov surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #71,143 | #46,568 | 34.5% |
| Count | 256 | 457 | 78.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.15 | 66.7% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Antonov bearers went from 256 to 457 (+78.5% change). The surname moved up 24,575 positions in the national ranking, going from #71,143 to #46,568.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Antonov
FAQ
Antonov surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Antonov?
The surname Antonov holds position #46,568 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 514 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.15 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Antonov surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Antonov, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (1.3%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.