gender neutral
Anthony
priceless, highly praiseworthy
About Anthony
Enduring popularity has made Anthony a familiar presence across cultures and continents for generations. This name represents a safe harbor for parents seeking proven reliability combined with genuine appeal. Anthony's widespread recognition means instant comprehension—no spelling clarifications or pronunciation corrections needed. The name offers built-in nickname versatility, from Tony to Ant, allowing personal preference to guide usage. Its classical roots provide gravitas while remaining accessible and unpretentious in daily use. Anthony has demonstrated remarkable staying power, appearing consistently in naming trends without becoming dated or tiresome. The name works seamlessly across diverse backgrounds and communities, making it genuinely inclusive. Parents choosing Anthony can feel confident their son's name will age gracefully, remaining appropriate from childhood through retirement. Its three syllables create a substantial feel without being cumbersome, striking an ideal balance. Anthony suggests dependability and warmth, qualities that translate into positive first impressions. The name's familiarity paradoxically becomes its strength, offering comfort without sacrificing character.
Popularity of the Name Anthony
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #103 | ||||
| 1881 | #100 | ||||
| 1882 | #105 | ||||
| 1883 | #92 | ||||
| 1884 | #88 | ||||
| 1885 | #95 | ||||
| 1886 | #93 | ||||
| 1887 | #98 | ||||
| 1888 | #93 | ||||
| 1889 | #80 | ||||
| 1890 | #91 | ||||
| 1891 | #96 | ||||
| 1892 | #78 | ||||
| 1893 | #81 | ||||
| 1894 | #77 | ||||
| 1895 | #86 | ||||
| 1896 | #73 | ||||
| 1897 | #76 | ||||
| 1898 | #65 | ||||
| 1899 | #64 | ||||
| 1900 | #67 | #105 | |||
| 1901 | #62 | ||||
| 1902 | #54 | ||||
| 1903 | #54 | ||||
| 1904 | #56 | ||||
| 1905 | #48 | ||||
| 1906 | #44 | #126 | |||
| 1907 | #46 | #111 | |||
| 1908 | #41 | ||||
| 1909 | #40 | #113 | |||
| 1910 | #37 | #111 | |||
| 1911 | #35 | ||||
| 1912 | #37 | #126 | |||
| 1913 | #38 | ||||
| 1914 | #37 | #124 | |||
| 1915 | #36 | #111 | |||
| 1916 | #37 | #113 | |||
| 1917 | #38 | #117 | |||
| 1918 | #39 | #100 | |||
| 1919 | #41 | #121 | |||
| 1920 | #43 | #118 | |||
| 1921 | #40 | #91 | |||
| 1922 | #39 | #95 | |||
| 1923 | #39 | #109 | |||
| 1924 | #39 | #101 | |||
| 1925 | #39 | #70 | |||
| 1926 | #42 | #70 | |||
| 1927 | #43 | #78 | |||
| 1928 | #44 | #70 | |||
| 1929 | #44 | #70 | |||
| 1930 | #44 | #65 | |||
| 1931 | #46 | #67 | |||
| 1932 | #45 | #61 | |||
| 1933 | #46 | #66 | |||
| 1934 | #52 | #44 | |||
| 1935 | #52 | #56 | |||
| 1936 | #48 | #47 | |||
| 1937 | #47 | #37 | |||
| 1938 | #46 | #28 | |||
| 1939 | #48 | #22 | |||
| 1940 | #46 | #20 | |||
| 1941 | #46 | #23 | |||
| 1942 | #44 | #24 | |||
| 1943 | #44 | #22 | |||
| 1944 | #46 | #22 | |||
| 1945 | #46 | #21 | |||
| 1946 | #44 | #15 | |||
| 1947 | #41 | #22 | |||
| 1948 | #41 | #22 | |||
| 1949 | #36 | #21 | |||
| 1950 | #36 | #20 | |||
| 1951 | #34 | #21 | |||
| 1952 | #34 | #24 | |||
| 1953 | #32 | #16 | |||
| 1954 | #32 | #22 | |||
| 1955 | #31 | #18 | |||
| 1956 | #30 | #17 | |||
| 1957 | #27 | #13 | |||
| 1958 | #27 | #12 | |||
| 1959 | #26 | #11 | |||
| 1960 | #25 | #11 | |||
| 1961 | #25 | #12 | |||
| 1962 | #24 | #13 | |||
| 1963 | #22 | #14 | |||
| 1964 | #21 | #14 | #12 | ||
| 1965 | #22 | #15 | #12 | ||
| 1966 | #22 | #17 | #12 | ||
| 1967 | #21 | #18 | #13 | ||
| 1968 | #21 | #20 | #14 | ||
| 1969 | #20 | #16 | #13 | ||
| 1970 | #22 | #19 | #14 | ||
| 1971 | #23 | #20 | #15 | ||
| 1972 | #22 | #21 | #14 | ||
| 1973 | #21 | #23 | #15 | ||
| 1974 | #21 | #24 | #14 | ||
| 1975 | #21 | #26 | #15 | ||
| 1976 | #22 | #28 | #14 | ||
| 1977 | #21 | #28 | #12 | ||
| 1978 | #20 | #34 | #15 | ||
| 1979 | #21 | #35 | #15 | ||
| 1980 | #24 | #38 | #18 | ||
| 1981 | #23 | #37 | #17 | ||
| 1982 | #21 | #39 | #16 | ||
| 1983 | #22 | #41 | #20 | ||
| 1984 | #21 | #37 | #19 | ||
| 1985 | #20 | #34 | #20 | ||
| 1986 | #19 | #31 | #22 | ||
| 1987 | #17 | #38 | #22 | ||
| 1988 | #18 | #36 | #23 | ||
| 1989 | #16 | #31 | #27 | ||
| 1990 | #15 | #30 | #26 | ||
| 1991 | #18 | #39 | #29 | #31 | |
| 1992 | #19 | #40 | #26 | #31 | |
| 1993 | #19 | #42 | #37 | #31 | |
| 1994 | #18 | #43 | #39 | #29 | |
| 1995 | #19 | #58 | #47 | #26 | |
| 1996 | #19 | #61 | #43 | #27 | |
| 1997 | #18 | #71 | #61 | #50 | #26 |
| 1998 | #19 | #77 | #60 | #54 | #27 |
| 1999 | #18 | #82 | #53 | #52 | #25 |
| 2000 | #17 | #87 | #68 | #58 | #25 |
| 2001 | #11 | #101 | #73 | #56 | #21 |
| 2002 | #12 | #97 | #75 | #64 | #17 |
| 2003 | #10 | #102 | #74 | #68 | #21 |
| 2004 | #11 | #117 | #80 | #80 | #25 |
| 2005 | #8 | #114 | #75 | #75 | #25 |
| 2006 | #9 | #111 | #107 | #70 | #23 |
| 2007 | #7 | #124 | #102 | #71 | #25 |
| 2008 | #7 | #119 | #114 | #80 | #27 |
| 2009 | #11 | #133 | #137 | #80 | #28 |
| 2010 | #10 | #144 | #130 | #86 | #33 |
| 2011 | #11 | #149 | #126 | #83 | #33 |
| 2012 | #15 | #140 | #165 | #99 | #37 |
| 2013 | #19 | #143 | #129 | #79 | #41 |
| 2014 | #21 | #137 | #152 | #89 | #44 |
| 2015 | #25 | #142 | #127 | #83 | #43 |
| 2016 | #30 | #138 | #132 | #86 | #51 |
| 2017 | #33 | #155 | #130 | #81 | #62 |
| 2018 | #38 | #154 | #153 | #99 | #72 |
| 2019 | #38 | #165 | #192 | #97 | #67 |
| 2020 | #41 | #166 | #139 | #95 | #74 |
| 2021 | #43 | #194 | #194 | #121 | #92 |
| 2022 | #44 | #180 | #300 | #92 | #82 |
| 2023 | #46 | #181 | #219 | #105 | #66 |
| 2024 | #44 | #210 | #359 | #105 | #88 |
| 2025 | #46 | #238 | #234 | #135 | #92 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Anthony
Names Similar to Anthony
Nicknames for Anthony
- Tony
- Ant
- Antho
- Tonio
Famous People Named Anthony
| Anthony Hopkins | Academy Award-winning actor |
| Anthony Bourdain | Renowned chef and television personality |
| Anthony Joshua | British heavyweight boxing champion |
| Anthony Anderson | American actor and comedian |
| Anthony Fauci | American physician and immunologist |
| Anthony Kiedis | Lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers |
| Anthony Mackie | American actor known for his role as Falcon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe |
| Anthony Perkins | Actor famous for his role as Norman Bates in "Psycho" |
| Anthony Quinn | Mexican-American actor and painter |
| Anthony Rizzo | Professional baseball player for the New York Yankees |
| Anthony Daniels | British actor known for playing C-3PO in the "Star Wars" franchise |
| Anthony Edwards | American actor best known for his role in the TV series "ER" |
| Anthony Jeselnik | American comedian and writer |
| Anthony Martial | French professional footballer |
| Anthony Burgess | English author of "A Clockwork Orange" |
| Anthony Head | British actor known for his role as Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
Characters Named Anthony
| Anthony Stark | Tony Stark - Iron Man from Marvel Comics |
| Anthony DiNozzo | Character from the TV show "NCIS" |
| Anthony Crowley | Demon character from "Good Omens" by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett |
| Anthony D. Langley | Character from the novel "Angels & Demons" by Dan Brown |
| Anthony "Tony" Soprano | Protagonist of the TV series "The Sopranos" |
| Anthony Lockwood | Main character from the "Lockwood & Co" series by Jonathan Stroud |
| Anthony Hope | Character from the novel "The Prisoner of Zenda" by Anthony Hope |
| Anthony "Tony" Montana | Protagonist of the film "Scarface" |
| Anthony "Tony" Curtis Stark | Character from the TV show "13 Reasons Why" |
| Anthony "Tony" Starks | Character from the film "A Bronx Tale" |