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Tonya

A diminutive form of Antonia, used as an independent name in English-speaking countries and as a Russian pet form of Antonina.

Meaning and origin

Tonya is widely used in English-speaking countries as a familiar form of Antonia, and is also familiar as a Russian diminutive of Antonina.

How to pronounce Tonya

English (US)TON-yuh /ˈtoʊnjə/

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