Antoinette
Antoinette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Priceless or highly praiseworthy; derived from the Latin root Antonius.
Origin and history
Antoinette is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Roman family name Antonius. Historically famous through figures like Marie Antoinette, it was a relatively common classical name in the United States throughout the 20th century. Today, it is less frequently given to newborns but retains a refined, vintage charm.
Popularity in the United States
78,721 babies in the United States have been named Antoinette since 1880. It ranks #444 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1739.
States where it is most popular
- NY (24.3 %)
- PA (10.6 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- NJ (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 431 |
| 1890-1900 | 901 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,969 |
| 1910-1920 | 8,216 |
| 1920-1930 | 11,578 |
| 1930-1940 | 7,384 |
| 1940-1950 | 8,244 |
| 1950-1960 | 9,045 |
| 1960-1970 | 9,938 |
| 1970-1980 | 7,204 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,931 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,286 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,478 |
| 2010-2019 | 754 |
| 2020-2029 | 362 |
Famous people named Antoinette
- Antoinette Perry: Actress, Director
- Antoinette Sayeh: Economist, Minister of Finance
Nicknames
Toni, Netta, Annette
Fun facts
- The name gained worldwide recognition through Marie Antoinette, Queen of France in the late 18th century.
- Antoinette originated in France as a feminine diminutive form of Antoine.