Popularity:2950
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Scandinavian, Slavic
Meaning:Priceless; praiseworthy
Anton is a masculine name of Latin origin, meaning "priceless" or "praiseworthy," derived from the Latin Antonius—an ancient Roman family name. Anton is a Slavic and Scandinavian take on "Ant-" names such as Anthony and Antonio and is a particularly prevalent choice in Russia and Germany. Your little one is the most precious person in the world, and with a name like Anton, they will certainly know it!
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  • Anton Chekhov
    Author, Playwright

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