noun Uncommon

Anton

Anton (noun) means a male given name of Latin origin, common across several European languages, and also used as a surname. Example: “Anton grew up in a small town in Germany.”

noun

A male given name of Latin origin, common across several European languages, and also used as a surname.

"Anton grew up in a small town in Germany."

How to Use Anton

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA man's first name used widely across Europe, related to Anthony.

Easily confused with

anthony → antoine →

Word Forms

Antons plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from German and other northern European languages, a doublet of Anthony.

Origin: German

Rhymes for Anton

canton wanton Danton Stanton Clanton Scranton

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Anton” mean?

The word “Anton” means a male given name of Latin origin, common across several European languages, and also used as a surname. In plain terms, a man's first name used widely across Europe, related to Anthony.

How do you use “Anton” in a sentence?

Here is “Anton” used in a sentence: “Anton grew up in a small town in Germany.”

What part of speech is “Anton”?

“Anton” is a noun.

Where does the word “Anton” come from?

The word “Anton” comes from German. Borrowed from German and other northern European languages, a doublet of Anthony.

Is “Anton” a common word?

“Anton” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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