Antonios Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Antonios has Greek roots and is derived from the Latin Antonius, meaning priceless. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with traits of strength and nobility. While it lacks specific biblical relevance, it has historical significance due to its use among saints. Its popularity remains strong in contemporary culture.
The name Antonios is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Antonios has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Antonios' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5588th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2626th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3475th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5517th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7093rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Antonios' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Antonios"
Pronunciation
/ænˈtoʊni.oʊs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Antonios is derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which is of uncertain origin. It is believed to be related to the Latin word 'ante', meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.
Meaning
Priceless, inestimable
Language Evolution
Antonius, Antonios, Antonio
Historical Usage
The name Antonios has been used since ancient Rome and gained prominence in Christian contexts due to saints named Antonios, particularly Saint Anthony of Padua.
Variants & Derivatives
Antonio, Antony, Antoine
Modern Popularity & Image
Antonios is viewed positively, often associated with strength and nobility. It remains popular in Greek-speaking countries and among those with Italian or Spanish heritage.
Famous People
Antonios Vardis, Greek politician, Antonios Koutoupis, Greek artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Antonios"
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 "Antonios"
"Antonios" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5588th of 7552 | 22 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2626th of 10718 | 224 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3475th of 16616 | 249 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5517th of 24088 | 226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7093rd of 23106 | 135 |
Regional Popularity of "Antonios" by Generation for Male 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) |
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30.89% 1076th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
38.91% 1741st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
70.26% 3628th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Antonios" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Antonios"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Antonios" 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.