Antunes
Antunes is a Portuguese surname that has found occasional use as a first name, especially within Portuguese-speaking communities. It is derived from the personal name 'António,' indicating ancestral lineage or a family of António. The name is gender-neutral and carries a sense of heritage and cultural pride. Although not frequently used as a given name, its unique sound and cultural significance appeal to those with Portuguese roots.
Basic Information
Gender: Unisex
Sounds Like: an-TOON-ess
Pronunciation Explanation: The emphasis is on the second syllable 'TOON', and it is followed by a soft 'ess'.
Summary and Meaning
Meaning: Son of António
Origin: Antunes originates from Portugal and is connected to Portuguese culture and language.
Usage: Antunes can be used for both males and females, although it is more commonly a surname.
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Popularity (Global Rank)
Overall: 34025
Boys: 45944
Girls: 77177
Most Popular in
Religious and Cultural Significance
Religion: Christian
Background: Antunes, derived from António, historically relates to the Christian Saint Anthony (Santo António), a highly venerated figure in Catholicism.
Cultural Significance: The name reflects Portuguese traditions and family ancestry, often linked to Christianity due to its association with Saint Anthony.
Historical Significance: As a surname, Antunes carries the historical significance of family lineage and identity within Portuguese culture. It establishes a connection to the common Portuguese practice of deriving surnames from given names.
Popular Culture
Literature and Mythology: The surname Antunes appears in various Portuguese cultural narratives and literature as a typical family name.
Movies and Television: Characters bearing the surname Antunes can be found in Portuguese cinema and television, often representing traditional family dynamics.
Feelings and Perceptions
Perception: Antunes is perceived as a strong name denoting a sense of cultural identity and heritage. It suggests family pride and a linkage to Portuguese roots.
Positive Feelings: Strong, traditional, cultural, familial, identity-focused, distinctive.
Negative Feelings: As a given name, it may be unfamiliar outside Portuguese-speaking regions and seen more commonly as a surname.
Practical Considerations
Ease of Writing and Calling: Antunes is relatively easy to write and pronounce, with three syllables and a straightforward phonetic structure.
Common Typos and Misspellings: Antunez,Antonez,Antune,Antonyes
Common Nicknames: Tony,Tunes
Antunes Popularity
Antunes Usage and Popularity By Country
| Country | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Monaco | 1904 |
| Luxembourg | 2046 |
| Brazil | 5048 |
| France | 5399 |
| Switzerland | 6258 |
| Tanzania | 18317 |
| Peru | 43129 |
| Germany | 51089 |
| Spain | 63520 |
| Italy | 69345 |
Antunes Usage and Popularity By City
| City | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Sao Paulo | 6305 |
| Rio De Janeiro | 4171 |
| Fortaleza | 3277 |
| Paris | 11603 |
| Salvador | 4350 |
| Belem | 2718 |
| Lyon | 4488 |
| Teresina | 1839 |
| Imperatriz | 746 |
| Belo Horizonte | 6182 |
Compatibility Analysis
Famous Persons Named Antunes
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Related Names
Similar Sounding Names:
Antonio,Antonis,Antoni,Tunis
