Antonio
Antonio is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Priceless, highly praiseworthy, or belonging to the Antonius family.
Origin and history
Antonio is the Italian and Spanish form of the ancient Roman name Antonius, which belonged to a prominent patrician family. It has been a steadily used classic in the United States for over a century, consistently ranking among the top male names. Its enduring popularity spans across both English-speaking and Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
262,995 babies in the United States have been named Antonio since 1880. It ranks #143 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #177.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.5 %)
- TX (15 %)
- NY (6.7 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 320 |
| 1890-1900 | 340 |
| 1900-1910 | 860 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,118 |
| 1920-1930 | 7,140 |
| 1930-1940 | 5,231 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,101 |
| 1950-1960 | 11,639 |
| 1960-1970 | 18,594 |
| 1970-1980 | 33,280 |
| 1980-1990 | 41,616 |
| 1990-2000 | 46,546 |
| 2000-2010 | 46,248 |
| 2010-2019 | 28,343 |
| 2020-2029 | 12,619 |
Famous people named Antonio
- Antonio Banderas: Actor, Producer
- Antonio Vivaldi: Composer, Violinist
- Antonio Brown: American Football Player
Nicknames
Tony, Tonio, Nino
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Roman gentile name Antonius, which is believed to be of even older Etruscan origin.
- William Shakespeare used the name Antonio for key characters in several plays, including The Merchant of Venice and Twelfth Night.
- Antonio has maintained a position inside the top 200 U.S. male names for over a century, benefiting from broad cultural appeal.