Anthony vs Timothy

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Anthony Rank #44
Timothy Rank #208

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #208 for Timothy.

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

Timothy ___

  • Timothy James
  • Timothy John
  • Timothy Lee
  • Timothy Michael
  • Timothy Allen
  • Timothy Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Anthony

Michael Joseph Nicholas Maria Catherine

If you choose Timothy

Matthew Stephen Rebecca Rachel Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthony or Timothy more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Anthony and Timothy mean?

Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Anthony and Timothy boy or girl names?

Anthony is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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