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Anthony vs Charles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anthony

Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44
Total SSA Count
6,326
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Anthony Rank #44
Charles Rank #51

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #51 for Charles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthony or Charles more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Charles at #51 in the United States.

What do Anthony and Charles mean?

Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Anthony and Charles boy or girl names?

Anthony is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.

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