Anthony: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced AN-thuh-nee · 3 syllables
Anthony means “from the Roman Antonius family; priceless”, from Latin.
From Latin Antonius, name of a Roman gens (with excrescent -h- suggested by an unetymological association with Ancient Greek (anthos, “flower”)). The Roman clan name is of uncertain etymology, but is not Greek or Hebrew; most likely of Etruscan origin, possibly derived from Ani, the Etruscan god of the sky. Doublet of Antoine.
- Meaning
- from the Roman Antonius family; priceless
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- AN-thuh-nee
- US rank (2025)
- #46
- US babies a year
- about 6,407 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1980
- Style
- Classic
- Nicknames
- Tony
How popular is Anthony?
Anthony was the #46 name in the US in 2025, given to 5,977 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 48% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1980.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #46 |
| England & Wales | #166 |
| Scotland | #164 |
| Northern Ireland | #169 |
| Ireland | #135 |
| France | #544 |
| Norway | #448 |
| Canada | #83 |
| Australia | #200 |
How old are people named Anthony?
Half of US adults named Anthony are older than 44; most are between 20 and 74. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Anthony
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Anthony have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Anthony
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Anthony
What does the name Anthony mean?
Anthony means “from the Roman Antonius family; priceless”. It comes from Latin.
How do you pronounce Anthony?
Anthony is pronounced AN-thuh-nee.
How popular is the name Anthony?
Anthony was the #46 name in the US in 2025, given to 5,977 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 48% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1980.
How old are people named Anthony?
Half of US adults named Anthony are older than 44. Most are between 20 and 74.