Antonius Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationan-TOH-nee-us / ænˈtoʊ.ni.əsLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: Priceless; Italian: Invaluable
Historical & Cultural Background
Antonius is a name of Latin origin, historically associated with the Roman family name. It has been borne by several notable figures in Roman history, including Marcus Antonius, commonly known as Mark Antony. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it has evolved into several variants. It has also been popularized in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Anthony.
Trend Summary
The name Antonius has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in historical contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Antonio
- Antone
- Anto
International Variants
- Antonio (Spanish)
- Antoine (French)
- Antonio (Portuguese)
- Antoni (Polish)
Famous people named Antonius
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Fictional characters named Antonius
Antonius Block is a character in Ingmar Bergman's film 'The Seventh Seal,' known for his existential quest during the Black Death.
Antonius is a character in the video game 'Total War: Rome II,' representing a Roman general during the late Republic.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Antonius was first seen in the United States in 1961. Antonius has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Antonius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Antonius
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 10 |