Antoinetta is a feminine given name of Italian origin. It is a variant spelling of the name Antonetta, which itself is a feminized form of the male name Antonio. Antonio is derived from the Latin word "Antonius," which means "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy."
The name Antoinetta has a rich history and can be traced back to ancient Roman times. The name Antonius was borne by several prominent figures in Roman history, including Mark Antony, a politician and general who played a significant role in the fall of the Roman Republic.
Over time, the name Antonio evolved and became popular among various cultures. It was adopted by several European languages and eventually gave rise to numerous variants, such as Antonetta and Antoinetta.
Today, Antoinetta is still used as a given name, particularly in Italy and other Italian-speaking communities around the world. While it may not be as common as some other names, it remains a unique and elegant choice for parents looking for a name with historical significance and an Italian heritage.
The given statistics provide insights into the popularity of the name Antoinetta in the United States over the years, from 1896 to 1994.
Over this period, there were a total of 722 babies named Antoinetta at birth. The name's popularity fluctuated significantly throughout these decades.
During the early 1900s, the number of births with the name Antoinetta hovered around 5-7 per year until it reached its peak in 1917 with 20 births that year. This period seems to be the most popular time for this name.
In the following years, there was a notable decrease in popularity, reaching as low as 5 births per year between 1938 and 1947. However, the trend began to reverse from the mid-1950s onwards, with numbers fluctuating between 6 and 18 annually.
The late 1960s saw a resurgence in popularity for the name Antoinetta, with more than 10 births each year from 1963 to 1972. This period was followed by a steady decline until the early 1980s when it stabilized around 6-9 births per year.
The most recent data points available (from 1992 and 1993) show that the name Antoinetta had regained some popularity with 5 births each year. However, without more recent statistics, it's unclear how popular this name remains today.
Overall, while there have been periods of significant popularity for the name Antoinetta in the United States, its overall trend appears to be one of fluctuating popularity over time.