Andonaki / Antonios / Anthony / Antonia / Antoinette

Andonaki is a diminutive form of the Greek name Andonios (Anthony), which itself is derived from the Roman family name Antonius. The meaning of Antonius is debated, but it is often associated with the Greek word 'anthos' meaning 'flower' or 'anthonos' meaning 'priceless, inestimable'. The diminutive suffix '-aki' is common in Greek names, indicating affection or a smaller version of the original name. While Anthony is traditionally male, the diminutive form Andonaki can be used for both genders in some Greek-speaking communities.

The name has a long history, tracing back to ancient Rome with the gens Antonia. It gained widespread popularity through Saint Anthony the Great, an early Christian monk, and later through various European royals and saints. The diminutive form Andonaki would have emerged organically within Greek linguistic traditions as a familiar or endearing variant.