Antoni is a name of Catalan origin, meaning "from the city of flowers." It is derived from the Latin word "Anthonius," which means "priceless" or "flourishing with health." Antoni has been used as a given name for centuries and was particularly popular in Catalonia during the Middle Ages. Notable figures named Antoni include Antoni Gaudí, the famous Spanish architect known for his modernist style, and Antoni Tàpies, a prominent Catalan painter associated with the post-war abstraction movement. Although Antoni is less commonly used as a given name in English-speaking countries, it remains a popular choice among families of Catalan descent or those looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Antoni has had a varied history of popularity over the past century in the United States. Between 1915 and 2023, there were a total of 2,237 babies named Antoni born in the U.S.
The first peak in popularity occurred between 1966 and 1971, with an average of around 14 births per year during this period. However, from 1972 to 1981, the number of babies named Antoni decreased significantly, averaging only about 13 births per year.
Starting in 1982, there was a steady increase in the popularity of the name Antoni, reaching an all-time high between 1996 and 2007, with an average of around 59 births per year during this time. The highest number of babies named Antoni was born in 2007, with a total of 100 births that year.
Since 2008, the popularity of the name Antoni has fluctuated but has remained relatively stable, with an average of around 54 births per year between 2008 and 2023. The most recent data shows that there were 59 babies named Antoni born in the U.S. in both 2021 and 2022.
Overall, while the popularity of the name Antoni has varied over time, it has shown consistent popularity throughout the past century in the United States.