"Priceless; of inestimable worth"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Anthony
Pronunciation: [ ANTH-uhn-ee ]
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"priceless one, of inestimable worth"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
"flower"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
"from the Antonius Roman family"
Origin: Roman
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The Story of Anthony
Anthony derives from the Roman family name Antonius, whose exact etymology is debated. The most common interpretation is that it comes from the Greek 'anthos' meaning 'flower' or 'priceless', though some scholars connect it to Etruscan roots. The name gained widespread use through Saint Anthony of Padua, one of the most popular saints in the Catholic tradition.
Anthony has been a consistent top-10 name in the US for most of the 20th and 21st centuries, driven by its strength in Italian-American, Latino, and Catholic communities. The name has never been trendy because it never stopped being popular — it's a cornerstone name that each generation inherits.
Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231) is the patron saint of lost articles and the poor, making him one of the most prayed-to saints worldwide. Marc Antony, the Roman general and lover of Cleopatra, gave the name its imperial gravitas. The spelling 'Anthony' (with the H) became standard in English through Renaissance humanists who falsely connected it to Greek 'anthos'.
Historical Record
Anthony first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,279,829 babies have been named Anthony in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Anthony is past its peak , currently ranked #44 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The 'H' in Anthony was added in the Renaissance based on a false connection to Greek — the original Latin had no H
- Saint Anthony of Padua is the patron saint of lost articles, making him one of the most prayed-to saints
- Mark Antony, the famous Roman general, lived from 83-30 BC and his story inspired Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra
Anthony in Other Languages
Arabic
أنتوني
French
Antoine
German
Anton
Italian
Antonio
Russian
Антон
Spanish
Antonio
Portuguese
António
Popularity Over Time
#44
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Peaked 2007
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Anthony Hopkins
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Welsh-American Academy Award-winning actor famous for portraying Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs
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Mark Antony
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Roman general and politician, ally of Julius Caesar and lover of Cleopatra, subject of Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatr...
Roman general and politician, ally of Julius Caesar and lover of Cleopatra, subject of Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra (83-30 BC)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #44
- Total SSA Count
- 6,326
- Cultural Origins
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- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anthony
What does the name Anthony mean?
"Priceless; of inestimable worth" (from Latin). "priceless one, of inestimable worth" (from Latin). "flower" (from Greek). "from the Antonius Roman family" (from Roman). Anthony derives from the Roman family name Antonius, whose exact etymology is debated. The most common interpretation is that it comes from the Greek 'anthos' meaning 'flower' or 'priceless', though some scholars connect it to Etruscan roots. The name gained widespread use through Saint Anthony of Padua, one of the most popular saints in the Catholic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Anthony?
Anthony has Latin, Greek, Roman, English, Italian, Spanish, French, and Irish origins. In Latin, it means "Priceless; of inestimable worth". In Latin, it means "priceless one, of inestimable worth". In Greek, it means "flower". In Roman, it means "from the Antonius Roman family".
Is Anthony a boy or girl name?
Anthony is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #44. As a girl name, it is ranked #13683. Anthony is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Anthony?
Anthony is pronounced ANTH-uhn-ee.
How popular is the name Anthony?
Anthony is currently ranked #44 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Anthony?
Common nicknames for Anthony include Tony, Ant, and Tone.
What are good middle names for Anthony?
Popular middle name pairings include Anthony James, Anthony Michael, Anthony Robert, Anthony William, Anthony Joseph, Anthony Paul, and Anthony John.
What are good sibling names for Anthony?
Names that pair well with Anthony as siblings include Michael, Joseph, Nicholas, Maria, Catherine, Sophia, and Marco.
How many syllables does Anthony have?
Anthony has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Anthony a common or rare name?
Anthony is a very popular name, ranked #44 among boy names in the United States.
About the Name Anthony
Anthony is a boy name with English, Italian, Spanish, French, and Irish origins . The name means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" in Latin .
Is Anthony a boy or girl name? Anthony is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #44 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #13,683. Anthony is more commonly used as a boy name.
Anthony is currently ranked #44 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Anthony has 3 syllables and is pronounced ANTH-uhn-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Anthony include Tony, Ant, and Tone. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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