Antun
“priceless, invaluable — from Anton”
Croatian origin · Boy name
#1847US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
What does Antun mean and where does it come from?
Antun is a Croatian variant of the name Anton, which is derived from the Latin name Antonius.
Cultural significance
Antun is commonly used in Croatia and among Croatian communities, often associated with Saint Anthony.
Peak popularity
Reached #1847 in 2015 — currently #1847 in the US.
How else can you spell Antun?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Antun?
Antun works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Antun Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Antun John
One syllable · timeless choice
Antun Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Antun Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Antun Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Antun Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Antun right now?
Holding steady — currently #1847 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Antun 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 Antun?
BULGARIAN
DonchoToni
CROATIAN
AnteAntoTonćiTončiToni
DUTCH
TeunTeunisTheunTheunisTonToon
ENGLISH
Tony
Famous people named Antun
AB
Antun Branko Šimić
A Croatian poet known for his contributions to modernist literature.
AV
Antun Vrančić
A Croatian politician and diplomat from the 16th century.
AM
Antun Mihanović
A Croatian poet and politician, known for writing the lyrics to the Croatian national anthem.
What names sound and feel like Antun?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Antun also consider these
How is Antun written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Antun?
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 Antun
What does the name Antun mean?
Antun means "priceless, invaluable — from Anton" — a name rooted in Croatian 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 Antun?
Antun 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 Antun?
Antun originates from Croatian tradition. Croatian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Antun a common or rare name?
Antun is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Antun more of a girl or boy name?
Antun is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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