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Antonis is a male first name that is considered the Greek form of Anton or Antonius.
What does the name Antonis mean?
Antonis is a boy's name that is understood as the Greek variant of Anton or Antonius. The name has its roots in the ancient Roman family name Antōnius, which means 'the one descended from the family of the Antonii'. There is also the possibility that it is derived from the ancient Greek Antonios (Αντώνιος), which means 'the Valuable', 'the Inestimable', or 'the Worthy of Praise'. This derivation consists of the ancient Greek elements anti (ἀντἰ) meaning 'against' and ṓnios (ὤνιος) meaning 'purchasable', 'available', or 'acquirable'. Other variants include Antonio, Antono, Antonello, Antoni, Antonijo, Antonyio, Antonino, Antonin, Antonije, Anto, Antony, Antonij, Antoninus, Anthony, Anthonis, Anthonius, Anthon, Anthonin, Anthonio, Antto, Antton, and Anttoni.
How do you pronounce Antonis?
The pronunciation of Antonis is three syllables and clearly structured. In the German pronunciation rule, the name is usually rendered as 'An-to-nis' [anˈtoː.nɪs]. This pronunciation combines an open middle structure with a distinctive ending. The '-nis' provides a clearly defined, slightly tense ending that gives the name character. Overall, Antonis conveys an impression of structure, presence, and tradition - clear, balanced, and with a stable, self-assured aura.
When is the name day of Antonis?
The name day for Antonis is celebrated on January 17.
Popularity
Antonis is a relatively common first name in Germany. In 2022, it ranked 2,983rd on the list of the most popular male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2017 at 2,639th place. In the last ten years, Antonis has been given as a first name about 40 times, which earned it the 4,092nd place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 4,425th.
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Frequently asked questions about the name Antonis
What is the origin of the name Antonis?
The name Antonis has both Latin and Roman roots and means 'the one descended from the family of the Antonii'.
What does the name Antonis mean?
Antonis is regarded as the Greek variant of Anton or Antonius and can be interpreted as 'the Valuable', 'the Inestimable', or 'the Worthy of Praise'.
How popular is the name Antonis?
The popularity of the name Antonis varies by region, but it is quite well-known and appreciated in many countries, especially in Greece.