Antonios is a Greek masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which was widespread in ancient Rome and was borne by several notable early emperors, including Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius), who was one of Julius Caesar's supporters and later fought against Octavian at the Battle of Actium.
The name Antonios has evolved over time, with different variations appearing in various languages. In English, it is commonly spelled Anthony, while in French it becomes Antoine, and in Italian Antonio. Each of these variations retains the original Latin root and meaning of the name.
In Greek Orthodox tradition, the name Antonios is often associated with Saint Antony the Great, an early Christian monk who was born in Egypt in the 3rd century AD. He is venerated as a saint in both the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, and his feast day is celebrated on January 17th.
Throughout history, the name Antonios has been popular among Greeks and other European cultures. Today, it continues to be a widely-used given name for boys in Greece, as well as in many other countries around the world. Despite its historical roots, the name Antonios remains timeless and relevant, reflecting its enduring appeal across generations.
The given statistics provide a comprehensive overview of the popularity of the name Antonios in the United States over several decades. From the earliest recorded data in 1954 with 5 births, the name experienced fluctuations in its usage until reaching a peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Between 1972 and 1983, Antonios consistently ranked among the top 20 names given to newborn boys each year, with a high of 23 births in 1972. This period can be considered the golden age for the name Antonios in terms of popularity in the United States.
However, like many other names, Antonios' popularity began to decline after the mid-1980s. From 1984 onwards, the number of births with this name hovered around an average of 15 per year, indicating that it was still somewhat popular but not as widely used as before.
In more recent years, from 2000 to 2022, Antonios experienced further declines in popularity. The total number of births each year typically ranged between 6 and 23, with a notable spike in 2019 with 17 births. Overall, the name Antonios has seen a steady decrease in usage since its peak in the late 1970s.
Despite these fluctuations, it is clear that Antonios has maintained some level of popularity throughout several decades. With a total of 846 births recorded between 1954 and 2022, this name continues to be a recognizable choice for parents in the United States.