♂ Name Anton – priceless one
| Origin: | Latin, Greek |
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| Meaning: | of the Antonius family, of inestimable worth, priceless one |
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Anton is a classic name with Latin roots and a second, older Greek etymology often linked to the idea of being “priceless.” It has been used across Europe in many languages and spelling traditions.
Where does the name Anton come from?
Anton is a short form of the Latin name Antonius, an ancient Roman family name, which derived from the ancient Greek name Anteon, son of Herkules.
What does the name Anton mean?
Anton means “of the Antonius family” in Latin and “of inestimable worth” or “priceless one.”
Word composition
- Ancient Greek “anti” (ἀντἰ) = against
- Ancient Greek “ṓnios” (ὤνιος) = for sale
Pronunciation of Anton
Variants
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Based on the frequency of positive ratings, we can analyze how popular names are in different countries. The name Anton is currently ranked #98 on the name leaderboard. It is one of the most popular baby names.
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Last updated: 3/30/2026
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