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Antonio

Of the Antonius family, priceless

Origin

Latin

Used in

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Popularity

#15 in the Italian baby-name ranking

Origin and meaning of Antonio

Antonio comes from the Roman gens Antonia, probably of Etruscan origin and uncertain meaning, traditionally read as 'priceless, invaluable'. Made beloved by Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Anthony the Abbot, it is among the most common names in Italy, Spain and Portugal. Anthony, Antoine and António make it a great Western classic.

Variants around the world

How Antonio sounds in other languages.

AnthonyAntoineAntónAntónio

Famous people

  • Sant'Antonio da Padova— saint
  • Antonio Vivaldi— composer
  • Antonio Canova— sculptor

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Antonio mean?

The name Antonio means Of the Antonius family, priceless.

What is the origin of the name Antonio?

Origin of Antonio: Latin.

What are the international variants of the name Antonio?

International variants of Antonio: Anthony, Antoine, Antón, and António.