Antoinette - girls name

Antoinette name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 0%

Antoinette name meaning:

The name Antoinette is of French origin and is the feminine form of Antoine, which means "beyond praise" or "highly praiseworthy". It is derived from the Latin name Antonius, which was a Roman family name. The name gained popularity in France due to its association with Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the French Revolution.

Antoinette is a name that carries a sense of elegance, sophistication, and regality. It brings to mind images of a strong and confident woman who commands respect. The name also implies a sense of being esteemed or admired for one's qualities and achievements.

Parents who choose the name Antoinette for their daughter often hope to convey a sense of grace, beauty, and strength. It is a name that carries historical significance and evokes a sense of grandeur. Antoinette is a classic and timeless name that has continued to be used throughout the years, reflecting its enduring appeal and the positive qualities it represents.

Origin: English

Feminine form of Anthony: Highly praiseworthy. From a Roman clan name. In the 17th century, the spelling Anthony was associated with the Greek anthos meaning flower.

Related names

Anthony , Andonios, Antin, Antoine , Antoinetta, Antoinette , Anton , Antone, Antonella , Antonello, Antonetta, Antonette, Antoney, Antonie, Antonina , Antonio , Antonique, Antonius, Antons, Antos, D'anton, Tonia, Tony , Tonya

Other girls names beginning with A

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 5581 out of 5581

3 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -2688
  • 5yrs

    -1485
  • 1yr

    -5581

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Antoinette

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Antoinette from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Antoinette in 2024