Girl Name · Italian Origin
Antonina
Antonina — a girl name from the Italian tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Priceless, praiseworthy", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Andreana is on your shortlist, Antonina belongs in the same conversation.
Antonina meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Priceless, praiseworthy
Origin: Italian naming roots help connect Antonina to related Italian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Antonina as A·N·T·O·N·I·N·A, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Antonina is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Antonina variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Antoninaa, Antoninae, Antoninay, Antonin.
- Nicknames: Anto and A.
- Middle names: Pair Antonina with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Antonina middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Andreana, Antonino, Antonella, Antonietta, Antoino — full picks on the sibling names for Antonina guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Antonina? Browse our names like Antonina guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Antonina
What does the name Antonina mean?
Antonina means "Priceless, praiseworthy" and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of Antonina?
Antonina originates in Italian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Antonina?
Antonina has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Antonina a boy's or girl's name?
Antonina is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Antonina in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Antonina sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Antonina?
Names that share Antonina's sound and style include Andreana, Antonino, Antonella, Antonietta, Antoino.
What middle names pair well with Antonina?
Good middle-name fits for Antonina pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Antonina is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Antonina is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Antonina?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Antonina share its rhythm without rhyming — Andreana, Antonino, Antonella all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.