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Name Origin

Antonio is a masculine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'priceless' or 'highly praiseworthy'. It is a variant of Antonius, which was derived from the Roman gens Antonia, a prominent patrician family.

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Famous People

Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)

Composer, violinist

  • Prolific composer of Baroque music
  • Known for his concertos, especially The Four Seasons

Antonio Gramsci (1891-1937)

Philosopher, writer, politician

  • Developed the concept of cultural hegemony
  • Key figure in Italian Marxism

Antonio Conte (1969-)

Football Manager, Former Player

  • Won multiple league titles as a manager in Italy and England
  • Led Chelsea to the Premier League title in 2017
  • Known for his tactical acumen and intense coaching style

Antonio Gaudí (1852-1926)

Architect

  • Pioneer of Catalan Modernism
  • Designed iconic buildings in Barcelona like Sagrada Família and Park Güell