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Jack vs Anthony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jack

Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15
Total SSA Count
8,434
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Jack Rank #15
Anthony Rank #44

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #44 for Anthony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jack or Anthony more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Anthony at #44 in the United States.

What do Jack and Anthony mean?

Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Jack and Anthony boy or girl names?

Jack is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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