Antonious is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Antonius. This name has been worn by numerous historical figures, including several Roman emperors, such as Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, more commonly known as Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The name has also been used in various forms across different cultures, notably Antonio in Italian and Antoine in French. It is composed of two elements: 'anthos', meaning 'flower' or 'blooming', and 'onios', meaning 'priceless'. Thus, Antonious could be interpreted to mean 'of priceless blooming'. This name has been popular throughout history and continues to be used today, offering a blend of tradition and uniqueness.
The name Antonious experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a noticeable rise from 1991 to 1994 and another peak around 1998. However, it has generally become less common since the late 1990s, with fewer than 10 births per year occurring annually between 2006 and 2021, except for a brief spike in 2017 and 2021.