Antoinette
Antoinette is a French feminine diminutive of Antoine, derived from the Roman family name Antonius, possibly meaning 'priceless' or 'praiseworthy.' The name carries a regal, aristocratic air and is most famously associated with French royalty.
Current Popularity
#3002 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Strong historical and cultural significance, particularly in French history
- •May be perceived as formal; nicknames offer more casual options
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •The name has remained elegant and timeless despite changing naming trends
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Famous People
Marie Antoinette
Queen of France (1755-1793)
Antoinette Perry
Actress and theatre director, namesake of the Tony Awards
Antoinette Brown Blackwell
First woman ordained as a minister in the United States
Antoinette Sibley
Prima ballerina with The Royal Ballet
Statistics
78,721
Total births since 1880
1924
Peak year
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