Anthoni History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Austria

Similar to many Austrian family names, the distinguished surname Anthoni is a proud sign of a rich and ancient ancestry. The earliest forms of hereditary surnames in Austria were the patronymic surnames, which are derived from the father's given name, and metronymic surnames, which are derived from the mother's given name. The patronyms were derived from a variety of given names that were of many different origins. The name Anthoni is derived from the Latin family name Antonius, which is of uncertain etymology.

Early Origins of the Anthoni family

The surname Anthoni was first found in Styria, where this family name became noted for its many branches within the region. Each house acquired a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In later history, the name became a power unto itself and members of this most influential family were elevated to the ranks of nobility.

Early History of the Anthoni family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Anthoni research. Another 127 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1716, 1724 and 1766 are included under the topic Early Anthoni History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Anthoni Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Anthony, Anthonny, Anthoni, Anthonie, Antony and many more.

Early Notables of the Anthoni family

During this period prominent bearers of the name Anthoni were

Johann Christian Anthoni, who was knighted in 1716 in reward for his bravery in battle and his services to the community...

Anthoni migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Anthoni Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Johannes Anthoni, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1741 1
Georg Hans Anthoni, who landed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1750 1
Jacob Anthoni, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1750 1

Citations +

Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)