Boy Name · Latin Origin
Anton
Anton — a boy name from the Latin tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Priceless", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Antony is on your shortlist, Anton belongs in the same conversation.
Anton meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Priceless
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Anton to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Anton as A·N·T·O·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Anton is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Anton variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Antona, Antone, Antony, Anto.
- Nicknames: Ant and A.
- Middle names: Pair Anton with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Anton middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Antony, Antone, Anthony, Antonio, Antoine — full picks on the sibling names for Anton guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Anton? Browse our names like Anton guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
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Frequently asked about Anton
What does the name Anton mean?
Anton means "Priceless" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Anton?
Anton originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Anton?
Anton has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Anton a boy's or girl's name?
Anton is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Anton in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Anton sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Anton?
Names that share Anton's sound and style include Antony, Antone, Anthony, Antonio, Antoine.
What middle names pair well with Anton?
Good middle-name fits for Anton pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Anton is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Anton is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Anton?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Anton share its rhythm without rhyming — Antony, Antone, Anthony all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.