Antoine Name Meaning & Origin
Antoine
Origin of the name Antoine:
Derived from the Latin Antonius, an old Roman family name of unknown etymology. “Priceless” and “of inestimable worth” are popular folk definitions of the name. Var: Anton, Antonio. Short: Toni, Tonio, Tony.
From A World of Baby Names by Teresa Norman.
Looking for the perfect name? Try the Name MatchMaker to find the perfect baby name for you!
NameVoyager
US Popularity of Antoine Over Time

Sister & Brother Names
Know an Antoine? What are his siblings named?
Name Lists Featuring Antoine
- Belgian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Belgium (Flanders) 2014
- Canadian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Canada (Quebec) 2014
- Belgian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Belgium (Flanders), 2010
- Swiss Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Switzerland (French), 2010
- Canadian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Canada (Quebec), 2010
- Canadian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Canada (Quebec) for 2012
- French Boys Names: Most Popular Boys Names in France
- Canadian Boys Names: Most Popular Names for Boys in Canada (Quebec)
Contribute your knowledge to the name Antoine
- Comments and insights on the name Antoine
- Personal experiences with the name Antoine
- Nicknames for Antoine
Twan, 'Tuan, Ton-Ton, Twonn, Twonny Dolla Bill,
Ant, Tony- Meanings and history of the name Antoine
A young CPA was once named Clayton. One day, his manager decided to give him the name of a fierce gladiator - Claytonius. From Claytonius emerged the nickname "Tony". Did it stop there? Of course not. Tony seemed too simple. Thus, the name Antoine was born.
From the name Antoine, various creative minds have coined some rather ingenious nicknames, such as Twan, Ton-Ton, 'Tuan, Twonn, and Twonny Dolla Bill.
- Famous real-life people named Antoine
Antoine Fuqua, American film director
Antoine Cason, American football player
Antoine Winfield, American football player
Antoine Caldwell, American football player
Antoine Bethea, American football player
Antoine Walker, American basketball player
Antoine Dodson, American internet celebrity
Antoine Bourdelle, French sculptor- Antoine in song, story & screen