Antonio
Antonio is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Antonius, derived from the ancient Roman family name with possible meanings of 'priceless' or 'praiseworthy.' It carries a rich Mediterranean heritage and has been beloved across cultures for centuries.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 2,059. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 3,319
- 2012: 3,117
- 2013: 3,027
- 2014: 2,898
- 2015: 2,730
- 2016: 2,561
- 2017: 2,489
- 2018: 2,373
- 2019: 2,299
- 2020: 2,139
- 2021: 2,182
- 2022: 2,147
- 2023: 2,035
- 2024: 2,058
- 2025: 2,058
- 2026 (projected): 2,059
Good to Know
- •Easily pronounced across many languages and cultures
- •Strong presence in literature and arts throughout history
- •Nickname Tony offers a more casual English-language option
- •Well-established name that feels both distinguished and approachable
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Famous People
Antonio Banderas
Spanish actor and filmmaker
Antonio Vivaldi
Baroque composer
Antonio Stradivari
Legendary violin maker
Antonio Guterres
UN Secretary-General
Statistics
262,995
Total births since 1880
1997
Peak year
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