Andon
Andon is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Highly praiseworthy or priceless; derived from the Roman family name Antonius.
Origin and history
Andon is a masculine name with South Slavic roots, widely regarded as a regional variant of Anton or Antonije, which ultimately derives from the Roman family name Antonius. In the United States, it is a relatively rare given name, occasionally used as an alternative spelling to names like Anden or Anton. It offers a distinct, modern-sounding two-syllable choice for parents seeking a familiar yet uncommon name.
Popularity in the United States
1,046 babies in the United States have been named Andon since 1880. It ranks #3639 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1874.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.8 %)
- OH (12.7 %)
- CA (11.9 %)
- FL (8.4 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 676 |
| 2010-2019 | 284 |
| 2020-2029 | 53 |
Famous people named Andon
- Andon Dončevski: Football manager, Athlete
Fun facts
- Andon serves as a traditional South Slavic diminutive or regional form of Anton, commonly found in Macedonian and Bulgarian contexts.
- Its phonetic similarity to names like Landon and Camden has helped it find occasional use in contemporary American baby naming.