Antonella
Antonella is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Little Antonia”.
| Meaning | Little Antonia |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | ahn-toh-NEH-lah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Argentina, Italy, Peru, Uruguay |
Meaning and origin of Antonella
Antonella is an Italian diminutive of Antonia, the feminine of the Roman family name Antonius, whose origin is unknown. The popular meaning 'priceless' comes from a later, unproven link to Greek anthos, 'flower', or to a sense of worth. Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Anthony the Great made the family of names beloved in Catholic countries. Antonella is very popular in Argentina, Uruguay and Peru; Antonela Roccuzzo is a well-known Argentine bearer.
Is Antonella a Christian name?
Antonella connects to Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Anthony the Abbot. It is used mainly in Catholic families.
How popular is Antonella?
Popular in Argentina and across South America.
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Spellings and variants of Antonella
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Antonella mean?
Antonella means 'Little Antonia'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Antonella a Christian name?
Antonella connects to Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Anthony the Abbot. It is used mainly in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Antonella?
Antonella is pronounced ahn-toh-NEH-lah.
Is Antonella a boy or girl name?
Antonella is usually a girl name.