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Antia

AN-tee-uh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Anthea, meaning 'flower' in Greek, or a Basque name meaning 'great'.

Peak popularity
1988
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Antia since 1960

Babies named Antia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

49131960198020002020Most births 1988Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s50
1970s34
1980s45
1990s45
2000s5
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Antia is a rare feminine name with a history of modest usage in the United States since 1960, when it first appeared in Social Security records. Its peak came in 1988, and its trajectory is classified as stable, indicating consistent but very infrequent use. The name has never ranked in the top 1,000, which is typical for names with such low frequency. Antia is likely a variant of Anthea or possibly derived from Basque roots, but its exact origin remains uncertain. For parents seeking a distinctive name with a soft, melodic sound, Antia offers a unique choice.

Antia is a rare name with multiple possible roots. It may derive from the Greek name Anthea, meaning 'flower', or from the Basque word 'andia' meaning 'great' or 'large'. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the mid-20th century, with a peak in 1988, but remains uncommon.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Annie, Tia, Ana

Variants: Anthea, Anntia

Sibling names for Antia

Names that share Antia's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Anya, Aria, Lucia, Mira, Thea

Brothers: Elias, Liam, Noah, Owen, Leo

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Antia mean?
Antia is of uncertain origin; it may be a variant of Anthea (Greek for 'flower') or a Basque name meaning 'great'.
How popular is Antia?
Antia has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the U.S. Its peak usage was in 1988, but it remains very rare.
Is Antia a boy's or girl's name?
Antia is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.