Antonie, of Latin origin, is a gender-neutral given name that means 'priceless' or 'incomparable'. It is derived from the Latin word 'antionius', which was itself derived from the Roman family name ' Antonius', thought to be of Etruscan origin. The name became popular during the Middle Ages due to its association with Saint Anthony, a prominent early Christian figure and leader of monastic life. Variant spellings of Antonie include Antoine, Antony, Antonio, Antonin, Antoni, and Antun. Notable individuals bearing this name include French composer Antoine Busnoys, Italian artist Antonio Canova, and American actor Anthony Hopkins.
The name Antonie experienced varied popularity over the decades, peaking in the late 1970s and early 1980s with a high of 32 births in 1982. However, from the mid-1980s onwards, its usage significantly declined, with fewer than 15 births per year since 1990, and consistently below 10 since 2007. The most recent data shows a total of 6 births in 2023.