US Popularity Rank: 23328

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Priceless; Praiseworthy

Tonia is a girl’s name of Latin origin. It’s a shortened form of Antonia, which derives from the name of the gens Antonia, an ancient Roman family that Marcus Antonius belonged to. The name means “praiseworthy” or “priceless.” A fitting name for your little treasure! Tonia is a sweet diminutive of the classically beautiful Antonia that can be used as a nickname or as a name on its own. Variants include Tonya, Tonja, Tanya, Tanja, and Tania.