Antoine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Antoine is a French name that originated from the Latin Antonius, which may mean priceless. It evolved from Latin to French and has been used since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity due to religious figures. The name conveys elegance and sophistication and has notable variants such as Antonio and Anthony. Although it has no biblical significance, it has been borne by many influential figures throughout history.
The name Antoine is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Antoine has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Antoine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1227th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1496th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 865th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 363rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 361st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 667th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1199th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4442nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7557th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Antoine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Antoine"
Pronunciation
/ɑ̃.twan/
Origin
French
Etymology
Antoine is derived from the Latin name Antonius, which is of uncertain origin but may be connected to the Roman family name 'Antonius'.
Meaning
priceless or of inestimable worth
Language Evolution
Antonius (Latin), Antoine (French)
Historical Usage
Antoine became popular in France during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the influence of Saint Anthony of Padua.
Variants & Derivatives
Antonio, Anthony, Antoinette
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Antoine is perceived as a classic and sophisticated name, often associated with elegance and charm in French-speaking cultures.
Famous People
Antoine Lavoisier, a French chemist known as the father of modern chemistry., Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, a French writer and aviator famous for 'The Little Prince'.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Antoine"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Antoine"
"Antoine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1227th of 7545 | 540 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1496th of 6773 | 392 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 865th of 7552 | 1,394 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 363rd of 10718 | 7,664 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 361st of 16616 | 9,977 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 667th of 24088 | 5,195 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1199th of 23106 | 1,924 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4442nd of 19264 | 207 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7557th of 27321 | 152 |
Regional Popularity of "Antoine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
30.18% 714th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
35.27% 830th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
31.21% 695th/2227 |
28.89% 702nd/2430 |
27.94% 797th/2853 |
31.35% 870th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
9.57% 281st/2937 |
8.67% 302nd/3483 |
10.18% 358th/3518 |
13.06% 528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.63% 281st/3685 |
6.73% 301st/4475 |
6.41% 333rd/5194 |
9.01% 569th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.48% 572nd/4582 |
12.01% 620th/5164 |
8.49% 621st/7313 |
13.20% 985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.18% 1003rd/3984 |
26.41% 1185th/4487 |
16.05% 1095th/6822 |
24.81% 1557th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Antoine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Antoine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Antoine" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.