Antoine
ahn-TWAHN /ɑ̃ˈtwɑ̃/
Meaning of Antoine
Antoine is the French form of Anthony / Antonius, the Roman family name of uncertain but ancient origin — possibly from the Etruscan. The Latin etymology was later folk-etymologised as ante + nomen ('beyond naming') suggesting something 'priceless.' Saint Anthony of Padua (1195–1231) and Saint Anthony the Great (251–356) spread the name across Catholic Europe; Antoine is the dominant French form.
How to pronounce Antoine
Both n sounds are nasal in French. English speakers typically say AN-twahn or, if anglicising further, AN-toin.
Current popularity of Antoine
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| France (INSEE) | 2024 | #19 |
| BE | 2024 | #11 |
Notable bearers of Antoine
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (author of The Little Prince); Antoine Lavoisier (chemist); Antoine Griezmann (footballer).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31