Antonia
Antonia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Priceless, highly praiseworthy, or belonging to the Antonius dynasty.
Origin and history
Antonia is a classical feminine name derived from the Roman family name Antonius. It has been used across Europe and the Americas for centuries as a timeless, dignified choice. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
34,222 babies in the United States have been named Antonia since 1880. It ranks #758 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1080.
States where it is most popular
- TX (22.4 %)
- CA (17.2 %)
- NY (13.1 %)
- IL (5.4 %)
- PA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 276 |
| 1890-1900 | 456 |
| 1900-1910 | 610 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,992 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,097 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,220 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,715 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,183 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,539 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,850 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,354 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,126 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,184 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,387 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,233 |
Famous people named Antonia
- Antonia Novello: Physician, Surgeon General
- Antonia Thomas: Actress
Nicknames
Toni, Nia, Tonia, Toniya
Fun facts
- Antonia was prominent in ancient Rome, borne by female members of the Antonius family including the mother of Emperor Claudius.
- The name gained iconic literary status in the U.S. through Willa Cather's famous 1918 novel My Ántonia.