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Anthony
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About Anthony
A name that balances strength with elegance, Anthony carries a distinguished history while offering modern versatility for a young girl. The melodic three-syllable rhythm creates a memorable presence when spoken, while its familiar yet uncommon application for girls makes it distinctively striking.
Anthony bestows a confident foundation, evoking images of determination and resilience. The soft ending sound creates a gentle counterbalance to the name's traditionally strong associations.
For a girl navigating contemporary society, Anthony provides the perfect blend of classic recognition and boundary-breaking uniqueness, allowing her personality to define the name rather than being confined by conventional expectations.
Popularity of the Name Anthony
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1961 | #978 |
| 1964 | #955 |
| 1965 | #983 |
| 1966 | #748 |
| 1967 | #793 |
| 1968 | #879 |
| 1969 | #817 |
| 1970 | #913 |
| 1971 | #938 |
| 1972 | #919 |
| 1973 | #880 |
| 1974 | #975 |
| 1975 | #932 |
| 1976 | #926 |
| 1977 | #948 |
| 1978 | #939 |
| 1979 | #950 |
| 1980 | #926 |
| 1983 | #914 |
| 1984 | #930 |
| 1985 | #819 |
| 1986 | #841 |
| 1987 | #819 |
| 1988 | #945 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Anthony
- Antonia
- Antoinette
- Antonella
- Antonina
- Antionette
- Anthea
- Antanisha
- Anthonia
Names Similar to Anthony
Nicknames for Anthony
- Toni
- Ann
- Annie
- Tony
- Tina
