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Antonella
GirlItalian, Latin· “diminutive of Antonia”
- Meaning
- diminutive of Antonia (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Italian, Latin
- Pronunciation
- an-tuh-NEH-luh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #284
- US babies 2025
- 1,087
- Best rank
- #233 (2024)
- Peak year
- 2024
Meaning and origin of Antonella
Antonella is often said to mean “diminutive of Antonia”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Italian and Latin roots.
Antonella is an Italian diminutive of Antonia, the feminine form of Antonius, the name of an ancient Roman family. The origin of Antonius is unknown, possibly Etruscan. A later association with the Greek anthos, "flower," led to the spelling Anthony in English, but that link is not the true source. Antonella is popular in Italy, Argentina and other parts of Latin America, and it has become known in the United States as well. It is lively and elegant, with a musical Italian rhythm. Nella, Toni and Ella are possible nicknames.
Popularity over time
Antonella first appears in US Social Security records in 1954. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 10 different years, starting in 2016. Its best national rank was #233 in 2024, the same year it reached its highest count of 1,333 babies. In 2025, 1,087 babies were named Antonella, and it ranked #284 nationally. That is 315% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #2,489 in 1980, #3,893 in 2000, #1,357 in 2010, and #284 in 2025. Of the 10,571 US girls named Antonella since records began, 50% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 3,285 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Maisie, Nyla, Noa, Cataleya, and Lilith.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Antonella ranked highest in Florida, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | #64 | 237 |
| Massachusetts | #142 | 39 |
| New Jersey | #150 | 52 |
| Texas | #183 | 181 |
| New York | #199 | 84 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Antonella is usually pronounced an-tuh-NEH-luh, with four syllables. It has nine letters, starts with A and ends in “-la”.
Middle names for Antonella
A few middle names that flow with Antonella: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Antonella
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Antonella mean?
Antonella is often said to mean “diminutive of Antonia”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Italian and Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Antonella?
Antonella has Italian and Latin roots. Antonella is an Italian diminutive of Antonia, the feminine form of Antonius, the name of an ancient Roman family.
Is Antonella a popular name?
Yes. Antonella ranked #284 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Antonella a boy or girl name?
Antonella is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Antonella?
Antonella is usually pronounced an-tuh-NEH-luh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings