Antonia is of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'antonius', which means "priceless". It was originally used as a masculine name but has since become popular for females as well. The name Antonia gained prominence during the Roman Empire, with notable historical figures like Antonia Minor, the mother of Emperor Claudius, and Julia Antonia, the sister of Mark Antony. In literature, it is remembered through Jane Austen's character, Mrs. Antonia Norris in her novel "Mansfield Park". The name has several variations, including Antonina,Antonella, and Toni, offering flexibility for parents seeking a unique yet timeless name for their child.
Here are some interesting statistics about the given name Antiona in the United States:
* In 1996, there were only five babies named Antiona born in the entire country.
* This means that Antiona was not a very popular choice for baby girls that year, as it made up less than 0.002% of all female births.
* Over time, however, the name Antiona has gained some popularity, with a total of 35 babies being named Antiona in the United States from 1996 to 2018.
* Despite this increase, Antiona remains relatively rare, with only 35 total births over a span of more than two decades.
These statistics show that while Antiona is not a common name by any means, it has still been chosen for some babies born in the United States since 1996.