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Antonio

English translation/equivalent: Anthony

Origin: From the Latin surname Antonius, derived from the Greek antìonos, meaning "first–born."

Name Day/Onomastico: January 17—dedicated to the abbot St. Antonio, or June 13 to commemorate the patron saint of Padova.

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