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Anton Meaning

    

What does Anton mean?

The name Anton is of German origin.

The meaning of Anton is "worthy of praise".

Anton is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced An-ton.

The Given Name Anton

Anton is a form of Anthony. See Anthony for further details.

Anton appeals to parents who seek a name with genuine depth.

An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.

Although unique, your little enchanting Anton, is sure to make it a memorable one.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Anton Bruckner, Anton Chekhov, and Anton Chigurh.

Anton Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 1,088 in baby name popularity for boys with 179 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 989 in baby name popularity for boys with 206 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

View the Anton Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Anton has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Anton to other names.

Anton Related Names

Anton is a form of Anthony.

Famous Antons

  • Anton Bruckner ~ Musician
  • Anton Chekhov ~ Writer
  • Anton Chigurh ~ No Country For Old Men character
  • Anton Koolhaas ~ Writer
  • Anton Maria Schwartz ~ Saint
  • Anton Ponkrashov ~ Basketball Player
  • Anton Rubinstein ~ Classical Musician
  • Anton Webern ~ Classical Musician
  • Anton Yelchin ~ Actor

Anton Numerology

What will your new littleAnton be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Anton are often admired and humble but most of all they are read more >>

Anton Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Anton in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Anton.

Just for fun, see the name Anton in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Anton in Nautical Flags page.