Antoine
Antoine is a Christian boy name of Latin, via French origin, meaning “Of uncertain meaning”.
| Meaning | Of uncertain meaning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via French |
| Pronunciation | ahn-TWAHN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Antoine
Antoine is the French form of Antonius, the name of a Roman family whose origin is unknown and may be Etruscan. The popular meaning 'priceless' comes from a later link with the Greek anthos, 'flower', or Latin words, and is not reliable. Saint Anthony the Great, the Egyptian father of monasticism, and Saint Anthony of Padua made the name hugely popular. Well-known French bearers include Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, author of The Little Prince.
Is Antoine a Christian name?
Antoine is a classic French Catholic name, honouring Saint Anthony of Padua, patron of lost things, and Saint Anthony the Great.
How popular is Antoine?
Popular in France and French-speaking Canada.
Gifts with the name Antoine
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Spellings and variants of Antoine
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Antoine mean?
Antoine means 'Of uncertain meaning'. It is of Latin, via French origin.
Is Antoine a Christian name?
Antoine is a classic French Catholic name, honouring Saint Anthony of Padua, patron of lost things, and Saint Anthony the Great.
How do you pronounce Antoine?
Antoine is pronounced ahn-TWAHN.
Is Antoine a boy or girl name?
Antoine is usually a boy name.