Antonina
Meaning of Antonina
Antonina is a beautiful and classic female name with rich historical roots. Originating from the Latin name Antonius, which means "priceless" or "inestimable," Antonina carries an air of timeless elegance and sophistication. The name is pronounced ahn-toh-NEE-nah in Italian and an-toh-NEE-nuh in English. A variation of the name is Antonia, which shares its noble lineage. Although not among the most popular names in recent years, Antonina has maintained a consistent presence in the United States over the decades, reflecting its enduring charm. With associations to several saints and historical figures, Antonina evokes a sense of grace and strength that makes it a compelling choice for parents seeking a name with both beauty and depth.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ahn-toh-NEE-nah (/an.to.ˈni.na/)
British English
- Pronunced as an-toh-NEE-nuh (/æn.tə.ˈni.nə/)
American English
- Pronunced as an-toh-NEE-nuh (/æn.toʊ.ˈni.nə/)
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Notable People Named Antonina
| Antonina was a Byzantine patrikia and the wife of the general Belisarius. |
| Antonina Pirozhkova was a Soviet civil engineer and writer, known for her work on the Moscow Metro and preserving the literary legacy of her husband Isaac Babel. |
| Antonina Maria Żabińska, a Polish writer, was associated with the Warsaw Zoo through her husband Jan Żabiński. |
| Antonina Hoffmann was a prominent Polish theatre actress known for her association with the 'Kraków School' of acting and her five-decade career during the Victorian era. |
| Antonina Vasilevna Lebedeva was a pioneering female fighter pilot who shot down a Bf 109 in 1943 before being killed in action during the Battle of Kursk. |
| Antonina Stoyanova, a Bulgarian IP lawyer, diplomat, and social activist, served as the First Lady of Bulgaria from 1997 to 2002 and holds a law degree and a PhD in international relations from the University of Leipzig. |
| Antonina Leonardovna Rzhevskaya, also known as A. L. Rzhevsky, was a Russian painter known for her domestic genre scenes and was one of the only two women who worked with the Peredvizhniki. |
| Antonina Vyshyvanova is a Ukrainian high diver who won a silver medal at the 2022 European Championships. |
| Antonina Dubinina is a Russian-Serbian figure skater known for her achievements in ladies' singles, including being the 2019 Skate Helena champion and a five-time Serbian national champion. |
| Antonina Ordina is a former Soviet/Swedish cross-country skier who won three medals at the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships. |
| Antonina Matviyenko is a well-known Ukrainian singer recognized for her unique timbre of voice and singing style. |
| Antonina Mykhailivna Kravchuk is a former First Lady of Ukraine. |
| Antonina Alexandrovna Seredina was a successful Russian sprint canoeist, winning multiple medals at the Olympics and ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships. |
| Antonina Wyrzykowska, a Polish Righteous Among the Nations, and her husband, Aleksander Wyrzykowski, were honored for their bravery in helping Jews during the Jedwabne pogrom. |
| Antonina Nikolayevna Popova was a Soviet athlete known for competing in the women's discus throw at the 1968 Summer Olympics. |
