Holding steady.
Popularity of Altonio since 1969
Babies named Altonio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 77 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 34 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Altonio is a rare modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security records in 1969. Its peak usage came in 1978, with the pattern of use remaining stable in recent decades. The name has never entered the top 1000, making it an uncommon choice. It likely represents a creative elaboration, blending the older name Alton with the fashionable suffix -onio, similar to Antonio. While it has no recorded top states or famous bearers, Altonio offers a distinctive option for parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet unique.
Altonio appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by blending the name Alton (itself from an English surname meaning 'old town') with the popular Italian/Spanish suffix -onio, as seen in names like Antonio. It was first recorded in the United States in 1969 and saw modest use, peaking in 1978.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Tony
Sibling names for Altonio
Names that share Altonio's style, for a brother or sister.
