Anton

Meaning & origin

The name Anton comes from Latin and means "the praiseworthy" or "the respectable". It is mainly common in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland and has a long tradition. The name is derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which in turn comes from the Latin word "ante", meaning "before" or "ahead". In Roman mythology, Antonius is also the name of a god associated with luck and prosperity.

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Famous people with the first name Anton

• Anton Chekhov Writer
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• Anton Lesser English actor
• Anton Yelchin American film actor of Russian descent
• Waldemar Anton German footballer
• Anton Stach German footballer

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