Anthony vs Rowan

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
Nicknames
Tony, Ant, Tone

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Rowan

Boy #71 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#71
Total SSA Count
4,647
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Row

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Anthony Rank #44
Rowan Rank #71

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #71 for Rowan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anthony ___

  • Anthony James
  • Anthony Michael
  • Anthony Robert
  • Anthony William
  • Anthony Joseph
  • Anthony Paul

Rowan ___

  • Rowan James
  • Rowan Alexander
  • Rowan Elliot
  • Rowan Luke
  • Rowan Miles
  • Rowan Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Anthony

Michael Joseph Nicholas Maria Catherine

If you choose Rowan

Orion Fia Isla Finn Cora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthony or Rowan more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Rowan at #71 in the United States.

What do Anthony and Rowan mean?

Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin). Rowan means "little red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Anthony and Rowan boy or girl names?

Anthony is primarily a boy name. Rowan is primarily a boy name.

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