ANTOINE

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Antoine

The surname Antoine is of French origin and is commonly found in the British Isles. It is derived from the medieval given name Antoine, a form of the Latin name Antonius, meaning "praiseworthy" or "priceless."

The surname Antoine has been present in Britain since the medieval period, introduced through French Norman influence following the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Antoine have been recorded in various historical documents and records across the British Isles.

Many notable individuals have borne the surname Antoine, contributing to various fields such as academia, the arts, and sports. As with many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over time, including variations such as Anthony, Antoinette, and Anton. This demonstrates the evolution and adaptability of the surname Antoine within British history.

There are approximately 709 people named Antoine in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,611th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Antoine.

Region of origin: Europe

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alistair
Anthony
Christopher
Daniel
David
John
Joseph
Louis
Marc
Mark
Michael
Orlando
Pierre
Wayne

Female

Alison
Cassandra
Christine
Cynthia
Jacqueline
Kathleen
Linda
Margaret
Marie
Mary
Monica
Nancy
Natasha
Patricia
Sandra

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.