Αντώνης
Antónis
The English name Anthony is translated into Greek as Αντώνης (Antónis). Wiktionary also lists Αντώνιος (Antónios).
Meaning: given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Αντώνης | Antónis | ||
| Αντώνιος | Antónios | /anˈdo.ni.os/ | masculine |
This is a masculine given name.
Which one should you use?
Αντώνιος is the more formal, classical-sounding version of the name, often used in official documents or religious contexts.
How do you pronounce it?
Antónis
Did you know?
- The Greek Αντώνιος is derived from the Latin name 'Antonius', which was originally a Roman family name rather than a personal given name.
- The name Αντώνιος is closely associated with the desert fathers and the early foundations of monasticism in Egypt and Greece.
- While Αντώνης is the standard form, the name is frequently shortened to the diminutive Τόνης in casual social settings.
Examples in context
- Καλημέρα, Αντώνη!Good morning, Anthony!
- Πώς είσαι, Αντώνη;How are you, Anthony?
- Σ' αγαπώ, Αντώνη!I love you, Anthony!
- Αυτό το παιδί λέγεται Αντώνης.Aftó to pedí légetai Antónis.This child's name is Anthony.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anthony” translations and entries Αντώνης, Αντώνιος, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Αντώνιος, CC BY-SA 4.0.
