Origin and Meaning of Tonasia

Tonasia is often interpreted as a variation of 'Tonia' or 'Antonia', which means 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth'.

Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin name 'Antonia', the feminine form of 'Antonius', a Roman family name that likely originates from the Latin word 'ante', meaning 'before'.

• Tonasia is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in some regions, particularly in the United States.
• While not widely used, Tonasia is often employed as a creative or unique variant of more common names like Tania or Tonia.
• Notable figures with names derived from 'Antonia' include Antonia Novello, the first female and Puerto Rican Surgeon General of the United States.
• Tonasia has seen fluctuating popularity in the 21st century, particularly as parents seek more unique and personalized names for their children.
• Variations and related names include Tonia, Antonia, Tanesha, and Tinashe.