Anthony

Anthony Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

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Meaning of Anthony: Anthony stems from the Roman family name Antonius, a patrician gens whose exact etymology remains disputed. Classical philologists propose an Etruscan origin, while later folk etymology connected the form to Greek anthos meaning flower, as detailed on etymology records.

US Rank 2024

No. 44

Births

6,326

Peak Year

2007

Marcus Antonius, the Roman general who allied with Cleopatra and fought Octavian at Actium in 31 BCE, gave the gens its defining historical moment. After Augustus won the civil war, the name survived through senatorial branches and eventually entered early Christian naming pools across the Mediterranean.

Saint Anthony the Great, the third-century Egyptian hermit regarded as founder of Christian monasticism, launched the name across the Orthodox world. Saint Anthony of Padua, the 13th-century Portuguese Franciscan preacher and patron of lost items, then spread it throughout Catholic Europe and later Latin America.

What Does Anthony Mean? Origin & Etymology

Per US Social Security Administration records, Anthony has appeared in the US boys' top 100 every year since 1880. The name climbed into the top 10 in 1997, held that slot through 2008, and peaked at rank seven in 2004 and 2005.

As of 2024, Anthony holds rank 44 with 6,326 US births, softly descending from its mid-2000s peak. The name ranks in the top 50 across Italy, Malta, France, and several Latin American nations, with the Italian form Antonio holding its own top 100 position in US records for 2024.

Variants across languages include Italian Antonio, Spanish Antonio, Portuguese Antonio, French Antoine, Russian Anton, Polish Antoni, and Greek Antonios. Notably, the short forms Tony and Ant each function as independent registered names in US records, and the feminine forms Antonia, Antoinette, and Toni round out the family tree.

Name day: June 13

How Popular Is Anthony?

Numerology & Symbolism of Anthony

Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.

A(1) + N(5) + T(2) + H(8) + O(6) + N(5) + Y(7) = 34 = 7

Destiny number

Wisdom

Sum of all letters, reduced to a single digit

Soul urge

Understanding

Sum of vowels only - reveals inner desires

Expression

Generosity

Sum of consonants - how others perceive you

Letters 7

Vowels / consonants 2 / 5

Birthstone Amethyst

Lucky color Violet

1 Leadership Independent, driven, original — the initiator who forges new paths.

2 Harmony Diplomatic and cooperative, thriving through partnership and balance.

3 Expression Creative and communicative, bringing joy through art and words.

4 Stability Disciplined and dependable, building lasting structures through hard work.

5 Freedom Adventurous and adaptable, drawn to change, travel, and new experiences.

6 Nurturing Caring and responsible, focused on home, family, and community.

7 Wisdom Analytical and introspective, seeking truth through study and reflection.

8 Ambition Authoritative and goal-oriented, excelling in business and material achievement.

9 Compassion Humanitarian and idealistic, driven by a desire to serve and uplift others.

11 Intuition Master number: heightened sensitivity and spiritual insight beyond the ordinary.

22 Master Builder Master number: visionary practicality that turns ambitious dreams into reality.

33 Master Teacher Master number: selfless guidance and healing offered for the good of all.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Anthony

What does Anthony mean?

Anthony derives from Latin Antonius, possibly meaning priceless or flourishing. Mark Antony (83-30 BC) and Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231) are the two most culturally defining historical bearers.

What is the origin of Anthony?

Anthony derives from Latin Antonius. Mark Antony was Caesar’s ally and Cleopatra’s lover. Saint Anthony of Padua spread the name through Catholic devotion. Anthony ranked in the US top 10 from 1947 to 2011.

How popular is Anthony in the US?

Anthony ranks 44 for boys in the US as of 2024, per SSA data. It ranked in the US top 10 from 1947 to 2011. Anthony has ranked in the top 50 continuously since SSA records began in 1880.

What are variants of Anthony?

Variants include Tony, Toni (English nicknames), Antonio (Spanish/Italian/Portuguese), Antoine (French), Antonin (Czech), and Anton (German/Russian/Scandinavian).

Is Anthony more popular for girls or boys?

Anthony is given predominantly to boys. It ranks 44 for boys in the US in 2024. The feminine form Antonia ranks in the US girls’ top 500.

Boy Latin 3 syllables From the Roman gens name 'Antonius

Anthony – Name Variants & Spellings

Variant	Language
Tony	English diminutive
Antoine	French
Antonin	French/Czech
Toni	German/Italian/Scandinavian short form
Anton	German/Scandinavian/Russian
Antonello	Italian diminutive
Antonio	Italian/Spanish/Portuguese

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