Antoinette
“priceless”
French origin · Unisex name
#1464US 2023
736Births / yr
→Stable
78.5kAll-time births
📅 Since 188000.11% of births at peak
How to pronounce Antoinette
antw·un·ET
/ˌæntw.ən.ˈɛt/ · stress on ET · 3 syllables
“priceless”
French origin · Unisex name
What does Antoinette mean and where does it come from?
Antoinette is a diminutive of the name Antoine, which is the French form of Anthony. It became well-known through historical figures such as Marie Antoinette (1755-1793), the last queen of France prior to the French Revolution. The name has connotations of nobility and elegance due to its associatio
Cultural significance
Antoinette has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of priceless.
Peak popularity
Reached #170 in 1914 — currently #1464 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Antoinette?
Antoinette works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Antoinette Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Antoinette Rose
Floral · soft ending
Antoinette Mae
Sweet · timeless
Antoinette Claire
French influence · crisp
Antoinette Jane
Literary · strong
Antoinette Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Antoinette right now?
Holding steady — currently #1464 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Antoinette
Antoinette has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 78,485 babies have received this name. Once ranked #375 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1464 in 2023. Antoinette is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Antoinette in 1914:
Antoinette by decade
Antoinette peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 431 | |
| 1890s | 901 | |
| 1900s | 1,969 | |
| 1910s | 8,217 | |
| 1920s ★ | 11,590 | |
| 1930s | 7,394 | |
| 1940s | 8,243 | |
| 1950s | 9,042 | |
| 1960s | 9,958 | |
| 1970s | 7,212 | |
| 1980s | 6,945 | |
| 1990s | 4,286 | |
| 2000s | 1,477 | |
| 2010s | 752 | |
| 2020s | 68 |
What are good nicknames for Antoinette?
CROATIAN
Nela
FRENCH
Toinette
ITALIAN
Nella
AFRICAN AMERICAN
AntoineAntwan
Famous people named Antoinette
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Antoinette (French author)
Antoinette immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Antoinette (medieval French noble)
Antoinette held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Antoinette (French monarch)
Antoinette bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.
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Antoinette (French philosopher)
Antoinette carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
What names sound and feel like Antoinette?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Antoinette also consider these
How is Antoinette written in other languages?
Gender variants of Antoinette
Antoine AFRICAN AMERICANAntwan AFRICAN AMERICANAntonius ANCIENT ROMANAndoni BASQUEAntton BASQUEAndon BULGARIANAnton BULGARIANDoncho BULGARIANToni BULGARIANAntoni CATALANAnte CROATIANAnto CROATIANAnton CROATIANAntonijo CROATIANAntonio CROATIANAntun CROATIANTonći CROATIANTonči CROATIANToni CROATIANAnton DANISHAnton DUTCHAntonie DUTCHAntonius DUTCHAntoon DUTCHTeun DUTCHTeunis DUTCHTheun DUTCHTheunis DUTCHTon DUTCHToon DUTCHAnthony ENGLISHAntony ENGLISHTony ENGLISHAnĉjo ESPERANTOAntono ESPERANTOAnton ESTONIANTõnis ESTONIANAnton FINNISHAnttoni FINNISHToni FINNISHAntoine FRENCHAntón GALICIANAnton GERMANToni GERMANAntonios GREEKAntonis GREEKAkoni HAWAIIANAnakoni HAWAIIANAntal HUNGARIANTóni HUNGARIANAnton ICELANDICAntonello ITALIANAntonio ITALIANTonino ITALIANTonio ITALIANAntoon LIMBURGISHAntanas LITHUANIANAndon MACEDONIANAnton MACEDONIANAntonij MACEDONIANDoncho MACEDONIANAnton NORWEGIANAntoni POLISHBRAZILIAN(Antônio PORTUGUESEAntónio PORTUGUESEToni PORTUGUESEToninho PORTUGUESEAnton ROMANIANAnton RUSSIANAnto SERBIANAntonije SERBIANAnton SLOVENETone SLOVENEAntonio SPANISHToni SPANISHToño SPANISHAnton SWEDISHAnton UKRAINIANAntonina 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 Antoinette
What does the name Antoinette mean?
Antoinette means "priceless" — a name rooted in French 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 Antoinette?
Antoinette 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 Antoinette?
Antoinette originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Antoinette?
Antoinette is a three-syllable name pronounced AE2 N T W AH0 N EH1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Antoinette?
Antoinette pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar French heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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