Antão
Antão is a given name of Portuguese and Galician origin, derived from the Latin name Antonius. It is most commonly associated with Saint Anthony of Padua, a Portuguese friar and missionary who became one of the most popular saints of the Catholic Church. The name Antão has a long history in Portuguese-speaking countries and Galicia.
In Portugal, Antão has been a traditional name for centuries. It appears in historical records and has
In Galicia, a region in northwestern Spain with a distinct Galician language and culture, Antão also exists
The figure of Saint Anthony has undoubtedly contributed to the enduring presence of the name Antão. His