Antonella
Meaning of Antonella
Antonella (ahn-toh-NEL-lah) is the Italian pet form of Antonia, itself rooted in the ancient Roman family name Antonius and commonly glossed as “priceless” or “beyond praise.” The four-syllable melody gives the name an unmistakable Mediterranean charm, yet its Latin pedigree lets it sit comfortably beside Anglo-American stalwarts like Isabella or Gabriella. U.S. birth data show a quiet but persistent climb—from a mere handful of registrations in the mid-1950s to a rank of 221 in 2024—hinting that modern parents appreciate its balance of familiarity and flair. Cultural touchpoints range from mid-century film star Antonella Lualdi to contemporary volleyball icon Antonella Del Core, lending the name an air of cosmopolitan competence rather than pure nostalgia. For families who like the idea of Anna or Ella but want a bit more syllabic mileage (and a better chance of locating a misplaced lunch box), Antonella delivers elegance, distinctiveness, and a meaning that implies your little one is, quite literally, priceless.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ahn-toh-NEL-lah (/an.to.'nɛl.la/)
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Notable People Named Antonella
| Antonella Maria Barba is an American singer from Santa Monica, raised in Point Pleasant, who gained fame on American Idol’s sixth season and drew controversy over leaked semi-nude photos and the show’s inconsistent response. |
| Antonella Ruggiero is an Italian singer and songwriter best known as a founding member and lead singer of the pop rock band Matia Bazar. |
| Italian dermatologist and scientist Antonella Tosti pioneered dermoscopy for hair disorders and made major contributions to nail research. |
| Antonella Kerr, Marchioness of Lothian - Italian born British aristocrat Antonella Kerr, known as Tony Lothian, was a journalist and writer. |
| Antonella Clerici is an Italian television host and journalist who in 2010 became the fourth woman to present the Sanremo Music Festival. |
| Antonella Colonna Vilasi is the president of the Research Center on Intelligence at UNI in Rome, Italy. |
| Antonella Frontani - |
| Antonella Elia is an Italian TV personality and actress. |
| Antonella Ragno-Lonzi is an Italian foil fencer and Olympic champion. |
| Antonella Ferradans is a Uruguayan left back for Ferro Carril Oeste and the Uruguay national team. |
| Antonella Carta is an Italian footballer who played as a midfielder for the Italy womens national team, appearing at UEFA Womens Euro 1997 and captaining Italy at the 1999 FIFA Womens World Cup. |
| Antonella Ríos - Antonella Rios Mascetti is a Chilean television and film actress best known for playing Mariana in the telenovela Brujas and Gracia in the film Los Debutantes. |
| Antonella Valentini is an Italian former swimmer who competed in the 800 metre freestyle at the 1972 Summer Olympics. |
| Italian rower Antonella Corazza competed in two events at the 1984 Summer Olympics. |
| Antonella Attili is an Italian actress known for her work in film, theater, and television. |
