Anton

Boy's name

Anton is of Latin origin, derived from the name Antonius. It is a common name in various European countries and has different variations in different languages.

Meaning From a Roman family
Origin French
U.S. births in 2023 122 Falling
Peak year 1915

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Anton Chekhov - Russian playwright and short story writer.
  • Anton Pavlovich - Russian composer known for his symphonies.
  • Antoni Gaudí - Spanish architect known for Sagrada Família.
  • Anton Yelchin - American actor known for Star Trek movies.
  • Anton van Leeuwenhoek - Dutch scientist, father of microbiology.
  • Anton Corbijn - Dutch photographer and music video director.
  • Anton Bruckner - Austrian composer known for his symphonies.
  • Anton LaVey - American founder of the Church of Satan.
  • Anton Du Beke - British ballroom dancer and TV personality.
  • Anton Drexler - German politician, founder of the German Workers' Party.

Brothers for Anton

Boy names closely related to Anton

Andreas Maximilian Eugene Maxim Oren Leonard Stefan Casper

Sisters for Anton

Girl names closely related to Anton

Sonya Rita Asha Aliya Sofie Agnes Lucie Elinor

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Anton

Anthony Antione Antoine Antoinette Antone Antonella Antonette Antonia

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