Herodian of Antioch was a Greek historian of the Roman Empire during the third century CE. He identifies himself as a minor imperial official, likely a contemporary observer who lived through the events he describes. His history implies he had some access to affairs in Rome and possibly connections to the eastern provinces, though the traditional association with Antioch is not definitively confirmed.

His sole surviving work is the History of the Empire from the Death of Marcus Aurelius, a complete narrative in eight books covering the period from 180 to 238 CE. He claims to have based it on personal observation and inquiry rather than earlier texts.

Herodian’s history is a significant contemporary source for a period of severe political crisis, despite criticisms of its rhetorical style and occasional inaccuracies. It provides a valuable Greek provincial perspective on imperial power and was used by later Byzantine chroniclers.