Priceless; praiseworthy
Antonia is the feminine form of the Roman family name Antonius. While its exact etymology is debated, it is traditionally associated with the Greek word 'anthos' meaning flower, though its primary Latin association is with being invaluable or beyond praise.
Less common today
Antonia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #396 in 1996.
First female Surgeon General of the United States
British historian and novelist
The central character of Willa Cather's novel · My Antonia
British actress known for The Good Doctor
American actress known for Ginny & Georgia
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
