Antonia etymology

Etymology

Antonia is a feminine given name derived from the Latin Antonius, meaning "priceless" or "flower".

Meaning & Origin

• Priceless: Antonia refers to something or someone of exceptional value or worth.
• Flower: In some cases, Antonia can also hold the metaphorical meaning of "flower", as flowers are often seen as symbols of beauty and fragility.

Origin

The name Antonia traces its roots to the ancient Roman family gens Antonia, which played a prominent role in Roman history. The most famous member of the family was Mark Antony, a general and triumvir who formed an alliance with Julius Caesar and Cleopatra VII.

Variations

• Antonia (English, Spanish, Italian, French)
• Antoinetta (Italian)
• Antoinette (French)
• Antonia (Greek, Romanian)
• Antonia (German)
• Antônia (Portuguese)
• Toni (diminutive)
• Tony (diminutive)

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