Anton

Commonly treated as a form of the Roman name Antonius; the original meaning is uncertain in many sources.

Anton is a classic masculine given name with long-standing use across Europe, particularly in German-, Scandinavian-, and Slavic-language contexts. It is short, steady, and very familiar in everyday use, which makes it easy to place across age groups. Etymologically, Anton is generally treated as a form of Antonius, a Latin name originally used as a Roman family name. Many modern sources also note that the deeper, original meaning of Antonius is not firmly established, so it is better to present the name’s background as a historical lineage rather than a single guaranteed definition. In English, Anton is often said as AN-ton, with a clear first syllable; German or Scandinavian pronunciations can shift the vowel slightly or lengthen it. A practical tip is that Anton pairs naturally with the nickname Toni in many languages, so it can feel approachable without changing the formal spelling.

Etymology: Anton is widely used in Central and Northern Europe and is generally linked to the Latin name Antonius, a Roman family name. Many references note that the deeper meaning of Antonius is not firmly established.