The nameToni
Toni is a pet form of Antoine (Anthony), very common in Italy and Spain. It has been given in France since the 1930s.
- Boy's name
- Italian
- Feast day
Meaning
Toni comes from Antoine, from the Latin Antonius, a Roman family name of uncertain meaning.
Origin
Italian, Spanish and German. It is also spelled Tony.
History
Toni has been given steadily in France, with a peak in the mid 2000s.
Famous people named Toni
- Toni Kroos, German footballer
Popularity of the name Toni
Toni in France
Toni was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 665 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Toni. Its rise began around 1959, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Toni in France were born before 1997. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 19 births a year on average, against 28 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Toni in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Toni mean?
Toni comes from Antoine, from the Latin Antonius, a Roman family name of uncertain meaning.
What is the origin of the name Toni?
Italian, Spanish and German. It is also spelled Tony.
Is Toni a girl's or a boy's name?
Toni is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Toni?
Variants and related names of Toni include Antoine.
Who are famous people named Toni?
Toni Kroos, German footballer.