Antanas
“priceless, invaluable — from Anton”
Lithuanian origin · Boy name
#1748US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Antanas mean and where does it come from?
Antanas is a Lithuanian form of the name Anton, derived from the Latin name Antonius.
Cultural significance
The name is commonly used in Lithuania and has historical significance in Lithuanian culture.
Peak popularity
Reached #1748 in 2015 — currently #1748 in the US.
How else can you spell Antanas?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Antanas?
Antanas works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Antanas Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Antanas John
One syllable · timeless choice
Antanas Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Antanas Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Antanas Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Antanas Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Antanas right now?
Holding steady — currently #1748 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Antanas is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Antanas?
BULGARIAN
DonchoToni
CROATIAN
AnteAntoTonćiTončiToni
DUTCH
TeunTeunisTheunTheunisTonToon
ENGLISH
Tony
Famous people named Antanas
AS
Antanas Smetona
First President of Lithuania, serving from 1919 to 1920 and again from 1926 to 1940.
AB
Antanas Baranauskas
Lithuanian poet and bishop, known for his contributions to Lithuanian literature.
AM
Antanas Mockus
Colombian politician and former mayor of Bogotá, known for his innovative governance.
What names sound and feel like Antanas?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Antanas also consider these
How is Antanas written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Antanas?
Latonya AFRICAN AMERICANAntonia ANCIENT ROMANDonka BULGARIANAntica CROATIANAntonela CROATIANAntonija CROATIANNela CROATIANTonka CROATIANAntonie CZECHAntonia DANISHAntonia DUTCHTeuna DUTCHAntonette ENGLISHAntonia ENGLISHNia ENGLISHToni ENGLISHTonia ENGLISHTonya ENGLISHToini FINNISHAntoinette FRENCHToinette FRENCHAntía GALICIANAntonia GERMANAntónia HUNGARIANAntonella ITALIANAntonia ITALIANAntonietta ITALIANNella ITALIANTonina ITALIANAntonia NORWEGIANAntonia POLISHBRAZILIAN(Antônia PORTUGUESEAntónia PORTUGUESEAntonia ROMANIANAntonija SERBIANAntónia SLOVAKAntonija SLOVENETonka SLOVENEAntonia SPANISHAntonia SWEDISHAntonina ANCIENT ROMANAntoninus ANCIENT ROMANNina CROATIANAntonín CZECHNina CZECHNina DANISHNina DUTCHNena ENGLISHNina ENGLISHNina FINNISHAntonin FRENCHNina FRENCHNinette FRENCHNina GERMANAntonina ITALIANAntonino ITALIANNina ITALIANNino ITALIANNina NORWEGIANAntonina POLISHNina POLISHTosia POLISHAntonina RUSSIANNina RUSSIANNina SERBIANNina SLOVAKNina SLOVENENina SWEDISH
Common questions about the name Antanas
What does the name Antanas mean?
Antanas means "priceless, invaluable — from Anton" — a name rooted in Lithuanian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Antanas?
Antanas is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Antanas?
Antanas originates from Lithuanian tradition. Lithuanian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Antanas?
Antanas pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Antanas more of a girl or boy name?
Antanas is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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