Boy
Antony
priceless, highly praiseworthy
About Antony
Picture this: a name that bridges classical tradition with contemporary appeal. Antony delivers strength without aggression, refinement without pretension. This spelling variant offers distinction from the more common Anthony, providing individuality while maintaining instant recognizability. The name resonates with historical depth—evocative of leaders, scholars, and artists throughout centuries—yet feels perfectly at home in modern settings. Its versatility shines through professional contexts and casual environments alike. The nickname potential is excellent, with Tony offering a friendly, accessible alternative for everyday use. Parents selecting Antony invest in a name that grows seamlessly from childhood through adulthood, never feeling too juvenile or overly serious. The strong consonants and open vowels create a balanced sound that photographs well in signatures and looks impressive on diplomas, business cards, and literary credits.
Popularity of the Name Antony
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | #974 | #145 | |||
| 1954 | #973 | #128 | |||
| 1958 | #978 | #137 | |||
| 1959 | #938 | #112 | |||
| 1960 | #774 | #74 | |||
| 1961 | #812 | #76 | |||
| 1962 | #771 | #85 | |||
| 1963 | #746 | #81 | |||
| 1964 | #730 | #56 | |||
| 1965 | #712 | #63 | |||
| 1966 | #726 | #66 | |||
| 1967 | #662 | #66 | |||
| 1968 | #617 | #72 | |||
| 1969 | #623 | #57 | |||
| 1970 | #611 | #63 | |||
| 1971 | #684 | #64 | |||
| 1972 | #707 | #85 | |||
| 1973 | #751 | #89 | |||
| 1974 | #749 | #87 | |||
| 1975 | #765 | #91 | #326 | ||
| 1976 | #756 | #109 | |||
| 1977 | #808 | #135 | |||
| 1978 | #706 | #126 | |||
| 1979 | #882 | #113 | |||
| 1980 | #816 | #145 | #291 | ||
| 1981 | #801 | #155 | |||
| 1982 | #760 | #136 | |||
| 1983 | #783 | #171 | |||
| 1984 | #772 | #136 | |||
| 1985 | #906 | #159 | |||
| 1986 | #721 | #129 | |||
| 1987 | #763 | #146 | |||
| 1988 | #738 | #120 | |||
| 1989 | #845 | #153 | |||
| 1990 | #830 | #159 | |||
| 1991 | #797 | #184 | #343 | ||
| 1992 | #843 | #215 | #409 | ||
| 1993 | #857 | #190 | #365 | ||
| 1994 | #869 | #190 | #388 | ||
| 1995 | #881 | #269 | #363 | ||
| 1996 | #773 | #337 | |||
| 1997 | #780 | #200 | #185 | #273 | |
| 1998 | #832 | #234 | #326 | ||
| 1999 | #848 | #218 | #259 | #256 | |
| 2000 | #783 | #263 | #306 | ||
| 2001 | #758 | #244 | #316 | #311 | |
| 2002 | #783 | #295 | #265 | ||
| 2003 | #734 | #281 | #236 | #326 | |
| 2004 | #764 | #317 | #302 | #305 | |
| 2005 | #784 | #373 | #450 | #353 | |
| 2006 | #819 | #361 | #604 | #445 | |
| 2007 | #804 | #405 | #402 | ||
| 2008 | #899 | #411 | #407 | #532 | #409 |
| 2009 | #992 | #418 | #509 | ||
| 2010 | #956 | #532 | #438 | ||
| 2011 | #494 | #592 | |||
| 2012 | #594 | #730 | #557 | ||
| 2013 | #496 | #619 | |||
| 2014 | #522 | #637 | |||
| 2015 | #663 | #586 | |||
| 2016 | #665 | #844 | |||
| 2017 | #710 | #888 | |||
| 2018 | #763 | #713 | |||
| 2019 | #868 | #732 | |||
| 2020 | #757 | ||||
| 2021 | #979 | ||||
| 2022 | #954 | #754 | |||
| 2023 | #867 | ||||
| 1937 | #157 | ||||
| 1938 | #119 | ||||
| 1939 | #158 | ||||
| 1940 | #179 | ||||
| 1941 | #155 | ||||
| 1942 | #142 | ||||
| 1945 | #150 | ||||
| 1946 | #156 | ||||
| 1947 | #140 | ||||
| 1948 | #153 | ||||
| 1949 | #141 | ||||
| 1950 | #144 | ||||
| 1951 | #151 | ||||
| 1952 | #146 | ||||
| 1955 | #153 | ||||
| 1956 | #136 | ||||
| 1957 | #145 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Antony
Names Similar to Antony
Nicknames for Antony
- Ant
- Tony
- Anton
- Ton
- T
Famous People Named Antony
| Antony Starr | New Zealand actor |
| Antony Beevor | British historian |
| Antony Gormley | British sculptor |
| Antony Hewish | British radio astronomer |
| Antony Hopkins | Welsh actor |
| Antony Kidman | Australian psychologist and author |
| Antony Tudor | British choreographer |
| Antony Morato | Italian fashion designer |
| Antony Blinken | American politician and diplomat |
| Antony Costa | English singer - from the band Blue |
| Antony Worrall Thompson | British celebrity chef |
| Antony Sher | South African actor and writer |
| Antony Armstrong-Jones | 1st Earl of Snowdon - British photographer and husband of Princess Margaret |
| Antony Kay | English footballer |
| Antony Hegarty | English musician and lead singer of Antony and the Johnsons |
| Antony Cotton | English actor and television personality |
| Antony Del Rio | American voice actor |
| Antony Loewenstein | Australian journalist and author |
Characters Named Antony
| Antony Stark | Iron Man - Marvel Comics character |
| Antony DiNozzo | NCIS TV series character |
| Antony Soprano | The Sopranos TV series character |
| Antony Royle | The Royle Family TV series character |
| Antony Johnson | The Curious Case of Benjamin Button character |
| Antony Janek | Ghost Story - Peter Straub character |
| Antony Alecto | Timeless TV series character |
| Antony Tudor | The Other Boleyn Girl - novel character |
| Antony Armstrong-Jones | The Crown - TV series character |
| Antony Baekeland | Savage Grace - film character |
| Antony Bridgerton | Bridgerton TV series character |
| Antony Leary | Hotel du Lac - novel character |
| Antony Last | A Handful of Dust - novel character |
| Antony Lawrence | Melrose Place TV series character |
| Antony Rinaldi | All My Children TV series character |
| Antony Gillingham | The Red House Mystery - novel character |
| Antony St. Leger | The House of Stairs - Ruth Rendell character |
| Antony Qualle | Night Must Fall - play/film character |
| Antony Balch | The Ghoul - film character |
| Antony Jay | Yes, Prime Minister TV series character |