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Riley vs Anthony

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

Riley Rank #229
Anthony Rank #44

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #229 for Riley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riley or Anthony more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Riley at #229 in the United States.

What do Riley and Anthony mean?

Riley means "courageous, valiant" (Irish origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Riley and Anthony boy or girl names?

Riley is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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