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Anton
priceless, inestimable
Origin
Latin
Used in
de
Origin and meaning of Anton
Anton is the German short form of Antonius, the old name of the Roman gens Antonia, whose original meaning stays uncertain but is traditionally linked to the idea of being priceless. In Germany it's a timeless classic, consistently among the top-registered boys' names per GfdS, loved for its short, confident sound that travels easily across European languages. It appeals to parents who want tradition without heaviness.
Variants around the world
How Anton sounds in other languages.
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Famous people
- Anton Cechov— writer
- Anton Bruckner— composer
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