Antonia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Antonia is a name of Latin origin derived from the family name Antonius, meaning 'priceless'. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries and has been popular since the Roman times. The name is often linked to traits of elegance and strength, and it does not have a biblical background. Notable individuals with this name include Antonia Fraser and Antonia Thomas.

The name Antonia is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Antonia has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female 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 female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Antonia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3246th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3209th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1751st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 926th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1747th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8065th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 397th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 453rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 537th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 613th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 597th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 794th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1104th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Antonia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Antonia"

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Pronunciation

/ænˈtoʊniə/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Antonia is derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which is of uncertain origin but may relate to the Latin word 'ante', meaning 'before'.

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Meaning

Priceless

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Language Evolution

Antonia, Antonie, Antonie, Antonia

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Historical Usage

Antonia gained popularity in the Roman Empire as a feminine form of the male name Antonius. It has remained in use throughout history in various cultures.

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Variants & Derivatives

Toni, Anya, Antonie, Tonia

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Antonia is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and sophistication.

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Famous People

Antonia Fraser, Antonia Thomas, Antonia Gentry

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Antonia"

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 "Antonia"

"Antonia" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 3246th of 7545 104
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3209th of 6773 102
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1751st of 7552 382
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 926th of 10718 1,217
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1747th of 16616 681
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 8065th of 24088 127
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 23106th of 23106 5
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 397th of 9107 5,056
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 453rd of 9204 4,266
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 537th of 12526 5,715
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 613th of 19264 4,449
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 597th of 27321 5,735
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 794th of 35406 5,257
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 1104th of 30306 2,780

Regional Popularity of "Antonia" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 100.00%
2134th/2134
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 100.00%
1500th/1500
-
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 100.00%
1574th/1574
100.00%
1244th/1244
-
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
1405th/1405
- 100.00%
642nd/642
-
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
2116th/2116
- 100.00%
1299th/1299
100.00%
3033rd/3033
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 100.00%
5022nd/5022
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Antonia" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
100.00%
566th/566
100.00%
410th/410
100.00%
384th/384
100.00%
182nd/182
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
100.00%
690th/690
100.00%
433rd/433
100.00%
414th/414
100.00%
244th/244
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
100.00%
687th/687
100.00%
440th/440
100.00%
585th/585
100.00%
438th/438
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
727th/727
100.00%
561st/561
100.00%
649th/649
100.00%
524th/524
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
620th/620
100.00%
525th/525
100.00%
704th/704
100.00%
543rd/543
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
805th/805
100.00%
561st/561
100.00%
891st/891
100.00%
860th/860
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
1259th/1259
100.00%
608th/608
100.00%
1338th/1338
100.00%
1231st/1231

State-by-State Popularity of "Antonia"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Antonia" 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.