Meaning & Story
A Russian diminutive of Anton, meaning 'invaluable' or 'priceless', warm and affectionate with old-world Eastern European charm.
Antoshka is the tender Russian diminutive of Anton — the kind of name used only by those who love you most. Anton itself comes from the Roman family name Antonius, meaning priceless and praiseworthy. Antoshka wraps all of that dignity in a layer of warmth and affection. For a pet, it suits a dog with a calm authority who is also clearly cherished. It has a wonderful sound — rolling and warm, like a story told by a fireplace.