Girl
Antoinette
priceless, beyond praise
About Antoinette
Consider a name steeped in royal heritage and timeless sophistication. Antoinette represents refinement, grace, and historical significance that few names can match. This elegant choice has adorned queens and artists throughout history, bringing with it an air of distinction.
The name's French origins lend international flair while remaining accessible in English-speaking countries. It offers delightful shortened versions including Toni, Nettie, or Annie for everyday use.
Parents selecting this name demonstrate appreciation for classical beauty and cultural richness. The name carries weight and presence, suggesting intelligence and poise.
For families valuing tradition with a touch of grandeur, this selection provides lasting elegance that never goes out of style.
Popularity of the Name Antoinette
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #375 | ||
| 1881 | #292 | ||
| 1882 | #296 | ||
| 1883 | #270 | ||
| 1884 | #332 | ||
| 1885 | #317 | ||
| 1886 | #306 | ||
| 1887 | #311 | ||
| 1888 | #288 | ||
| 1889 | #286 | ||
| 1890 | #310 | ||
| 1891 | #300 | ||
| 1892 | #314 | ||
| 1893 | #339 | ||
| 1894 | #289 | ||
| 1895 | #288 | ||
| 1896 | #305 | ||
| 1897 | #291 | ||
| 1898 | #269 | ||
| 1899 | #244 | ||
| 1900 | #282 | ||
| 1901 | #242 | ||
| 1902 | #261 | ||
| 1903 | #238 | ||
| 1904 | #224 | ||
| 1905 | #236 | ||
| 1906 | #216 | ||
| 1907 | #204 | ||
| 1908 | #205 | ||
| 1909 | #196 | ||
| 1910 | #200 | ||
| 1911 | #183 | ||
| 1912 | #194 | ||
| 1913 | #181 | ||
| 1914 | #170 | ||
| 1915 | #173 | ||
| 1916 | #175 | ||
| 1917 | #170 | ||
| 1918 | #179 | ||
| 1919 | #180 | ||
| 1920 | #180 | ||
| 1921 | #180 | ||
| 1922 | #175 | ||
| 1923 | #175 | ||
| 1924 | #173 | ||
| 1925 | #187 | ||
| 1926 | #182 | ||
| 1927 | #196 | ||
| 1928 | #196 | ||
| 1929 | #199 | ||
| 1930 | #197 | ||
| 1931 | #206 | ||
| 1932 | #218 | ||
| 1933 | #239 | ||
| 1934 | #253 | ||
| 1935 | #249 | ||
| 1936 | #241 | ||
| 1937 | #237 | ||
| 1938 | #227 | ||
| 1939 | #217 | ||
| 1940 | #227 | ||
| 1941 | #234 | ||
| 1942 | #223 | ||
| 1943 | #238 | ||
| 1944 | #244 | ||
| 1945 | #249 | ||
| 1946 | #255 | ||
| 1947 | #238 | ||
| 1948 | #239 | #257 | |
| 1949 | #255 | ||
| 1950 | #260 | ||
| 1951 | #257 | ||
| 1952 | #253 | ||
| 1953 | #282 | ||
| 1954 | #270 | ||
| 1955 | #299 | ||
| 1956 | #283 | ||
| 1957 | #297 | ||
| 1958 | #310 | ||
| 1959 | #311 | #320 | |
| 1960 | #307 | #307 | |
| 1961 | #292 | ||
| 1962 | #291 | #249 | |
| 1963 | #280 | #254 | |
| 1964 | #285 | #245 | #95 |
| 1965 | #273 | #283 | #93 |
| 1966 | #274 | #190 | #106 |
| 1967 | #262 | #255 | #90 |
| 1968 | #279 | #239 | #89 |
| 1969 | #286 | #240 | #89 |
| 1970 | #288 | #184 | #100 |
| 1971 | #291 | #276 | #91 |
| 1972 | #305 | #278 | #102 |
| 1973 | #306 | #247 | #120 |
| 1974 | #324 | #134 | |
| 1975 | #341 | #288 | #137 |
| 1976 | #352 | #352 | #120 |
| 1977 | #380 | #365 | #128 |
| 1978 | #387 | #120 | |
| 1979 | #365 | #294 | #142 |
| 1980 | #389 | #356 | #154 |
| 1981 | #353 | #180 | |
| 1982 | #343 | #366 | #146 |
| 1983 | #360 | #161 | |
| 1984 | #353 | #163 | |
| 1985 | #340 | #321 | #203 |
| 1986 | #308 | #167 | |
| 1987 | #310 | #189 | |
| 1988 | #330 | #224 | |
| 1989 | #367 | #380 | #218 |
| 1990 | #354 | #400 | #230 |
| 1991 | #428 | #253 | |
| 1992 | #479 | #220 | |
| 1993 | #535 | #357 | |
| 1994 | #573 | #257 | |
| 1995 | #611 | #274 | |
| 1996 | #644 | #395 | |
| 1997 | #680 | #364 | |
| 1998 | #756 | #503 | |
| 1999 | #826 | ||
| 2000 | #990 | ||
| 2001 | #509 | ||
| 2002 | #455 | ||
| 2003 | #666 | ||
| 2005 | #704 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Antoinette
Names Similar to Antoinette
Nicknames for Antoinette
- Toni
- Annie
- Netta
- Nia
Famous People Named Antoinette
| Antoinette Sibley | British ballerina |
| Antoinette K-Doe | New Orleans music personality |
| Antoinette Konan | Ivorian singer and musician |
| Antoinette Fouque | French writer and women's rights advocate |
| Antoinette Perry | American theatre director, after whom the Tony Awards are named |
| Antoinette Brown Blackwell | American suffragist and theologian |
| Antoinette Tuff | American hero who prevented a school shooting |
| Antoinette Robertson | American actress known for her role in "Dear White People" |
Characters Named Antoinette
| Antoinette Cosway | Protagonist of Jean Rhys' novel "Wide Sargasso Sea" |
| Antoinette Tonks | Character in the "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling |
| Antoinette Stark | Alternate universe version of Pepper Potts in Marvel comics |
| Antoinette "Toni" Topaz | Character in the Archie Comics universe |
| Antoinette "Nettie" Cobb | Character in the book series "Little House on the Prairie" |