Antonio Saavedra

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Antonio Saavedra — priceless one
285K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Antonio Saavedra is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Antonio is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Dal nome romano Antonius, di origine etrusca incerta. Sant'Antonio di Padova lo rese tra i più diffusi nel mondo cattolico. The surname Saavedra: Saavedra is a Galician surname derived from places named Saavedra in the Ourense and Lugo provinces of Galicia, Spain. Saavedra consists of the Galician words saa, meaning "hall" (which comes from Gothic sals) and vedro, meaning "old". Related surnames include Saabedra, Sabedra, and Savedra. The surname Saa (Sá in modern Portuguese orthography) is also common. Antonio is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 285K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Antonio reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Antonio

Meaning: priceless one

Latin

Dal nome romano Antonius, di origine etrusca incerta. Sant'Antonio di Padova lo rese tra i più diffusi nel mondo cattolico.

Surname: Saavedra

Spanish

Saavedra is a Galician surname derived from places named Saavedra in the Ourense and Lugo provinces of Galicia, Spain. Saavedra consists of the Galician words saa, meaning "hall" (which comes from Gothic sals) and vedro, meaning "old". Related surnames include Saabedra, Sabedra, and Savedra. The surname Saa (Sá in modern Portuguese orthography) is also common.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Antonio is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Antonio by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Antonio has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Tony
  • Toni
  • Antón
  • António
  • Antoine

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Antonio Saavedra:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Antonio?
The first name Antonio originates from Latin. Dal nome romano Antonius, di origine etrusca incerta. Sant'Antonio di Padova lo rese tra i più diffusi nel mondo cattolico.
When was Antonio most popular?
The name Antonio reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Saavedra?
The surname Saavedra originates from Spanish. Saavedra is a Galician surname derived from places named Saavedra in the Ourense and Lugo provinces of Galicia, Spain. Saavedra consists of the Galician words saa, meaning "hall" (which comes from Gothic sals) and vedro, meaning "old". Related surnames include Saabedra, Sabedra, and Savedra. The surname Saa (Sá in modern Portuguese orthography) is also common.
What are the origins of the name Antonio Saavedra?
The name Antonio Saavedra combines two different traditions: the first name Antonio has Latin roots, while the surname Saavedra originates from Spanish.
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