Priceless; of inestimable worth
Antonius is the original Roman family name from which the English Anthony is derived. While its exact etymology is debated, it is traditionally associated with the Greek word 'anthos' meaning flower, though its primary Latin usage denotes high value or status.
Less common today
Antonius isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,270 in 1992.
Roman politician and general known as Mark Antony
Roman Emperor and one of the Five Good Emperors
The knight who plays chess with Death · The Seventh Seal
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
