Antonio is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #563 in 2025 with 69 recorded births. This places Antonio in the top 9% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 132 births ranking #356. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 14.8%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 3,941 boys born was named Antonio. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Antonio is an Italian and Spanish form of Anthony. The ancient Roman origin is clear, although the exact meaning behind Antonius is uncertain.
The name spread widely through Christian Europe and became especially established in Italian- and Spanish-speaking cultures. It remains a long-standing classic with a warm, international sound.