Anton

Meaning priceless, praiseworthy
Origin Roman, Scandinavian, Slavic
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification An-ton

About Anton

Anton exudes quiet confidence and understated sophistication. This classic name has traversed centuries and continents, proving its enduring appeal across diverse cultures. The name's simplicity is its strength—two syllables that carry weight without pretension. Anton avoids the complications of trendy spellings or unconventional pronunciations, offering instead a straightforward elegance that parents and bearers alike appreciate. Throughout history, Antons have distinguished themselves in literature, music, science, and the arts, creating a legacy of intellectual and creative achievement. The name possesses a certain gravitas that lends itself well to professional contexts while remaining approachable in casual settings. Anton represents a thoughtful choice for parents who value tradition without stuffiness, seeking a name that will age gracefully alongside their son. It's internationally recognized yet never feels overdone, maintaining its classic status without becoming stale or predictable. Anton simply works, in every context and every generation.

Variations of Name Anton

Anthony
Antoine
Antonio
António
Antoni

Nicknames for Anton

Tony
Ant
Ton
Toni
Anton

Famous People Named Anton

Anton ChekhovRussian playwright
Anton van LeeuwenhoekDutch scientist
Anton BrucknerAustrian composer
Anton Pavlovich DolinEnglish ballet dancer
Anton YelchinAmerican actor
Anton CorbijnDutch photographer/director
Anton RubinsteinRussian pianist/composer
Anton DiffringGerman actor
Anton RodgersBritish actor
Anton LaVeyAmerican author/founder of the Church of Satan
Anton OhnoAmerican Olympic speed skater
Anton du BekeBritish dancer/TV personality
Anton FerdinandEnglish footballer
Anton GillAmerican author
Anton ShuninRussian footballer
Anton WebernAustrian composer
Anton Szandor LaVeyAmerican author/occultist
Anton LesserBritish actor
Anton HysénSwedish footballer
Anton Lienert-BrownNew Zealand rugby player

Characters Named Anton

Anton ChigurhNo Country for Old Men
Anton GorodetskyNight Watch series by Sergei Lukyanenko
Anton MercerPower Rangers Dino Thunder
Anton VankoMarvel Comics character
Anton ArcaneDC Comics character
Anton TobiasIdle Hands
Anton EgoRatatouille
Anton PhibesThe Abominable Dr. Phibes
Anton JacksonA Haunted House
Anton GorcheckHerbie Fully Loaded
Anton LeVayAmerican Horror Story - Hotel
Anton CermakThe Untouchables
Anton IvanovMarvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D
Anton SlavikCommand & Conquer - Tiberian Sun
Anton PoldarkPoldark series by Winston Graham
Anton BabakovThe Americans
Anton HargroveThe Mentalist
Anton RomanovAlias
Anton DrexlerBabylon Berlin
Anton ForsytheCoronation Street

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Austin
Aiden
Ambrose
Angelo
Avery
Alexis
Ares
Ace
Ahmir
Angel