Anthon vs Detroit

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Detroit

Boy #20,151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the strait, narrow waterway"

Origin: French le détroit

Cultural Roots

American African-American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,151
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Det, Troit

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Anthon Rank #20,276
Detroit Rank #20,151

Detroit is more popular, ranked #20151 vs #20276 for Anthon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anthon ___

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Detroit ___

  • Detroit James
  • Detroit Anthony
  • Detroit Michael
  • Detroit Jerome
  • Detroit Lee
  • Detroit Wayne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthon or Detroit more popular?

Detroit is more popular, ranked #20151 compared to Anthon at #20276 in the United States.

What do Anthon and Detroit mean?

Detroit means "the strait, narrow waterway" (French le détroit origin).

Are Anthon and Detroit boy or girl names?

Anthon is primarily a boy name. Detroit is primarily a boy name.

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