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Name Origin

Toni is a diminutive of the names Anthony or Antonia. It has origins in Latin and Greek cultures. Anthony ( Antonius in Latin) means 'priceless' or 'highly praiseworthy.' Antonia is the feminine form of Anthony, sharing the same meaning.

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Famous People

Toni Morrison (1931-2019)

Novelist, essayist, editor, professor

  • Nobel Prize in Literature (1993)
  • Pulitzer Prize for Fiction (1988)
  • Presidential Medal of Freedom (2012)

Toni Braxton (1967-)

Singer, songwriter, pianist, actress

  • Seven Grammy Awards
  • Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Toni Collette (1972-)

Actress, producer, singer

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress (2000)
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie (2020)