Anthonio is a unique and captivating name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Antonius. It is composed of two elements: "anthos," meaning "flower" in Greek, and "onus," which means "praise" in Latin. Thus, Anthonio can be interpreted as "bearing praise like a flower." This name has been popular throughout history, with notable figures such as Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius), a Roman general and politician who played a significant role in the events leading to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The name Anthonio offers a beautiful blend of cultural richness and timeless elegance, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking an exceptional name for their child.
The name Anthonio experienced significant popularity during certain periods, particularly from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s with peaks in 1976 (16 births), 1978 (16 births), and 1980 (12 births). After a decline in the mid-1980s, there was another spike in popularity between 1988 to 1993, with 12 births each year. Since then, Anthonio's popularity has remained relatively steady but at lower levels, oscillating between 5 and 12 births per year, with occasional spikes such as the 10 births recorded in 2000. Overall, a total of 432 babies were named Anthonio from 1955 to 2023.