"priceless, praiseworthy"
Origin: Latin Antonius
Language: English
Antone
Pronunciation: [ ahnt-OHN-ee ]
A timeless name honoring Saint Anthony
Portuguese
Spanish
French
English
Classic
Strong
Sophisticated
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"flower"
Origin: Greek anthos (possible folk etymology)
Language: Greek
Browse names with similar meanings:
The Story of Antone
Antone is a variant of Antoine, the French form of Antonius — a Roman family name of uncertain origin, possibly Etruscan. The name is most famously borne by Saint Anthony of Padua, the beloved 13th-century Franciscan friar. Some scholars connect the name to the Greek anthos (flower) or to the Etruscan Ant, though its exact pre-Roman origins remain debated. Antone as a spelling variant appears frequently in Portuguese-speaking communities, where it bridges the gap between the Latin Antonio and the French Antoine.
Antone as a spelling emerged in Portuguese immigrant communities in the United States and Hawaii, where Portuguese laborers settled in large numbers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The name honors the Saint Anthony tradition while giving a distinctive spelling that marks Portuguese heritage.
Saint Anthony of Padua, one of the Catholic Churchs most popular saints, is patron of lost things, poor, and travelers. In Portugal and Brazil, his feast day (June 13) is one of the most celebrated popular saints days, making Anthony-derived names extremely culturally significant.
Fun Facts
- Saint Anthony of Padua is one of the fastest canonized saints in Church history, canonized within one year of his death
- The name Anthony has never left the top 100 US boy names since records began
Antone in Other Languages
Latin
Antonius
French
Antoine
Italian
Antonio
Spanish
Antonio
Portuguese
António
Popularity Over Time
#6,577
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1951
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Antone
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Antoine Griezmann
Athlete
1991
French professional footballer, World Cup winner with France in 2018
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Anton Chekhov
Writer
1860
Russian playwright and short story writer, one of the greatest writers in world literature
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Tony Stark / Iron Man Fictional
Other
Marvel Comics superhero Tony Stark, known as Iron Man
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,577
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- Portuguese Spanish French English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tony
Ant
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Frequently Asked Questions About Antone
What does the name Antone mean?
"priceless, praiseworthy" (from Latin Antonius). "flower" (from Greek anthos (possible folk etymology)). Antone is a variant of Antoine, the French form of Antonius — a Roman family name of uncertain origin, possibly Etruscan. The name is most famously borne by Saint Anthony of Padua, the beloved 13th-century Franciscan friar. Some scholars connect the name to the Greek anthos (flower) or to the Etruscan Ant, though its exact pre-Roman origins remain debated. Antone as a spelling variant appears frequently in Portuguese-speaking communities, where it bridges the gap between the Latin Antonio and the French Antoine.
What is the origin of the name Antone?
Antone has Latin Antonius, Greek anthos (possible folk etymology), Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English origins. In Latin Antonius, it means "priceless, praiseworthy". In Greek anthos (possible folk etymology), it means "flower".
Is Antone a boy or girl name?
Antone is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6577. As a girl name, it is ranked #54092. Antone is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Antone?
Antone is pronounced ahnt-OHN-ee.
How popular is the name Antone?
Antone is currently ranked #6577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Antone?
Common nicknames for Antone include Tony and Ant.
What are good middle names for Antone?
Popular middle name pairings include Antone James, Antone Michael, Antone Lee, Antone Xavier, Antone Marcus, and Antone Ray.
What are good sibling names for Antone?
Names that pair well with Antone as siblings include Isabella, Dominic, Marco, Lucia, Giovanni, and Sofia.
How many syllables does Antone have?
Antone has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Antone a common or rare name?
Antone is an uncommon name, ranked #6577 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Antone
Antone is a boy name with Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English origins . The name means "priceless, praiseworthy" in Latin Antonius .
Is Antone a boy or girl name? Antone is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,577 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #54,092. Antone is more commonly used as a boy name.
Antone is currently ranked #6,577 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Antone has 2 syllables and is pronounced ahnt-OHN-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Antone include Tony and Ant. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Antone include Antonio, Anton, Antoine, Antony, Antoni . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.