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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

António

Given to God

Pronunciation: an-TOH-nyoo (/ɐ̃ˈtɔnju/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Given to God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
(Saturday)
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
60
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: RedBrown

What does António mean?

Derived from the Portuguese name António, which originated from the Latin Antonius, meaning 'Given to God'. The name holds significant use in Christianity as a name for numerous saints.

António in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
אנטוניו
אנטוניו הוא שם נוצרי שפירושו 'בעל ערך ללא תמורה'
Greek
Αντώνιος
Ο Αντώνιος σημαίνει 'αξία άνευ ανταλλάγματος'
Latin
Antonius
Antonius significat 'sine pretio valor'
English
António
António means 'inestimable value' or 'priceless'

How to pronounce António

English pronunciation
an-TOH-nyoo
IPA notation
/ɐ̃ˈtɔnju/

Numerology & personality

Creative, enthusiastic, and artistic.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes devotion and dedication to God.

António is a popular name with strong Portuguese roots and is found among Christians around the world. In various Christian communities, the nameAntónio is associated with the celebration of the feast day of St. Anthony, the patron saint of lost things and animals, on January 17th. António is also the most common name in Portugal, and it is often used as a surname, making it a significant part of Portuguese heritage and identity.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Saint connection: Saint Anthony of Padua

Popularity of António by region

Region Country Score Year
Italy IT 80 2024
Germany DE 79 2024
Spain ES 59 2024

Names similar to António

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Frequently asked questions about António

What does António mean?
António is a Portuguese name that originated from the Latin Antonius, which means 'Given to God'.
Is António a Christianity name?
Yes, António is a name deeply rooted in Christianity and holds significant use as a name for numerous saints within the faith.
How to pronounce António?
António is pronounced ah-ton-yoh.
Is António popular today?
While António is a classic name with a rich history, its popularity today varies depending on cultural and personal preferences.
What is the origin of António?
António is a Portuguese name that originated from the Latin Antonius, which means 'Given to God'.