Antonio Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationan-TOH-nee-oh / ænˈtoʊ.ni.oʊItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: 'priceless'; Spanish: 'of Antonius'
Historical & Cultural Background
Antonio is a name of Italian and Spanish origin, derived from the Latin name Antonius. It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Southern Europe and Latin America. The name has historical significance, being borne by several saints and notable figures throughout history. It remains a popular choice for boys in many countries.
Trend Summary
Antonio has consistently been a popular name in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- António
- Antoni
- Tony
International Variants
- Antoine (French)
- Antonio (Spanish)
- Antonio (Portuguese)
- Antonius (Latin)
Famous people named Antonio
Antonio Banderas is a Spanish actor known for his roles in films such as 'Desperado' and 'The Mask of Zorro'.
Antonio Vivaldi was an Italian composer and violinist, famous for his concertos, especially 'The Four Seasons'.
Antonio Gramsci was an Italian Marxist philosopher and politician, known for his theories on cultural hegemony.
Antonio Gates is a former American football player who played as a tight end for the San Diego Chargers.
Fictional characters named Antonio
Antonio Salieri is a character in the play and film 'Amadeus', depicted as a rival to Mozart.
Antonio is a character in Shakespeare's play 'The Merchant of Venice', known for his melancholy and friendship with Bassanio.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Antonio was first seen in the United States in 1880. Antonio has ranked as high as #138 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Antonio has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Antonio (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 343 | |
CA | 324 | |
FL | 157 | |
NY | 118 | |
IL | 93 | |
GA | 77 | |
AZ | 71 | |
NC | 60 | |
PA | 55 | |
OH | 48 | |
MI | 45 | |
TN | 41 | |
WA | 40 | |
VA | 36 | |
IN | 33 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 26 |
1881 | 26 |
1882 | 29 |
1883 | 30 |
1884 | 34 |
1885 | 27 |
1886 | 32 |
1887 | 38 |
1888 | 47 |
1889 | 31 |
1890 | 34 |
1891 | 31 |
1892 | 31 |
1893 | 32 |
1894 | 24 |
1895 | 36 |
1896 | 35 |
1897 | 33 |
1898 | 43 |
1899 | 41 |
1900 | 74 |
1901 | 52 |
1902 | 96 |
1903 | 72 |
1904 | 68 |
1905 | 73 |
1906 | 80 |
1907 | 126 |
1908 | 99 |
1909 | 120 |
1910 | 158 |
1911 | 166 |
1912 | 270 |
1913 | 309 |
1914 | 391 |
1915 | 527 |
1916 | 551 |
1917 | 579 |
1918 | 589 |
1919 | 578 |
1920 | 706 |
1921 | 745 |
1922 | 665 |
1923 | 729 |
1924 | 689 |
1925 | 697 |
1926 | 729 |
1927 | 700 |
1928 | 746 |
1929 | 734 |
1930 | 734 |
1931 | 627 |
1932 | 541 |
1933 | 475 |
1934 | 494 |
1935 | 503 |
1936 | 490 |
1937 | 445 |
1938 | 485 |
1939 | 437 |
1940 | 459 |
1941 | 444 |
1942 | 521 |
1943 | 567 |
1944 | 498 |
1945 | 585 |
1946 | 669 |
1947 | 731 |
1948 | 775 |
1949 | 851 |
1950 | 926 |
1951 | 913 |
1952 | 1,077 |
1953 | 1,109 |
1954 | 1,170 |
1955 | 1,196 |
1956 | 1,246 |
1957 | 1,316 |
1958 | 1,305 |
1959 | 1,380 |
1960 | 1,494 |
1961 | 1,585 |
1962 | 1,782 |
1963 | 1,702 |
1964 | 1,755 |
1965 | 1,778 |
1966 | 1,916 |
1967 | 1,988 |
1968 | 2,153 |
1969 | 2,443 |
1970 | 2,743 |
1971 | 2,962 |
1972 | 3,029 |
1973 | 2,964 |
1974 | 3,177 |
1975 | 3,489 |
1976 | 3,774 |
1977 | 3,663 |
1978 | 3,677 |
1979 | 3,802 |
1980 | 4,084 |
1981 | 3,926 |
1982 | 3,886 |
1983 | 3,684 |
1984 | 3,880 |
1985 | 4,150 |
1986 | 4,406 |
1987 | 4,421 |
1988 | 4,461 |
1989 | 4,720 |
1990 | 4,867 |
1991 | 4,616 |
1992 | 4,344 |
1993 | 4,301 |
1994 | 4,173 |
1995 | 4,340 |
1996 | 4,866 |
1997 | 5,069 |
1998 | 4,943 |
1999 | 5,027 |
2000 | 4,892 |
2001 | 4,735 |
2002 | 4,729 |
2003 | 4,717 |
2004 | 4,843 |
2005 | 4,694 |
2006 | 4,698 |
2007 | 4,645 |
2008 | 4,378 |
2009 | 3,914 |
2010 | 3,529 |
2011 | 3,318 |
2012 | 3,117 |
2013 | 3,027 |
2014 | 2,898 |
2015 | 2,729 |
2016 | 2,561 |
2017 | 2,487 |
2018 | 2,372 |
2019 | 2,296 |
2020 | 2,138 |
2021 | 2,180 |
2022 | 2,145 |
2023 | 2,032 |
2024 | 2,047 |