Anto
“priceless — from Antonio”
Italian origin · Unisex name
#1805US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Anto mean and where does it come from?
Anto is a diminutive of Antonio, which derives from the Latin name Antonius, meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'.
Cultural significance
Anto is commonly used in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities as a familiar or affectionate form of Antonio.
Peak popularity
Reached #1805 in 2015 — currently #1805 in the US.
How else can you spell Anto?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Anto?
Anto works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Anto Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Anto John
One syllable · timeless choice
Anto Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Anto Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Anto Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Anto Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Anto right now?
Holding steady — currently #1805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Anto is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
Famous people named Anto
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Anto Neves
A Brazilian football player known for his career in various clubs.
What names sound and feel like Anto?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Anto also consider these
How is Anto written in other languages?
Анто
Serbian
Gender variants of Anto
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 Anto
What does the name Anto mean?
Anto means "priceless — from Antonio" — a name rooted in Italian 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 Anto?
Anto 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 Anto?
Anto originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Anto a common or rare name?
Anto is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Anto more of a girl or boy name?
Anto is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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