Anthony
Peaked at #7 nationally in 2007, based on real US Social Security Administration birth records.
Girls vs. boys, all-time
Since 1880, Anthony has been recorded <1% of the time for girls and >99% of the time for boys.
Meaning & origin
Anthony comes from the Roman family name Antonius, whose original meaning is uncertain — it is sometimes popularly linked to the Greek "anthos" (flower), though most scholars treat that connection as a later folk association rather than the true root. The name entered English tradition largely through Saint Anthony of Padua and Saint Anthony the Great, prominent early Christian figures.
Notable people & culture
Roman general Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius) is its most famous ancient bearer, remembered for his alliance with Cleopatra. Modern namesakes include actor Anthony Hopkins and chef and television host Anthony Bourdain. It is commonly shortened to Tony.
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Anthony — Girls (United States)
FallingPeak rank
#748
in 1966
Last ranked
#10385
in 2023
Years tracked
116
1896–2023
Trend
Falling
Tracked since 1896, Anthony reached its peak popularity for girls in 1966, ranking #748 nationally with 172 babies given the name that year.
Anthony hasn't appeared among the national top ranks for girls since 2023, when it stood at #10385.
Recent years
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | #10,385 | 9 |
| 2022 | #12,355 | 7 |
| 2021 | #15,491 | 5 |
| 2020 | #10,327 | 9 |
| 2019 | #13,984 | 6 |
| 2018 | #15,919 | 5 |
| 2017 | #10,778 | 9 |
| 2016 | #9,475 | 11 |
Anthony — Boys (United States)
FallingPeak rank
#7
in 2007
Current rank
#44
in 2024
Years tracked
145
1880–2024
Trend
Falling
Tracked since 1880, Anthony reached its peak popularity for boys in 2007, ranking #7 nationally with 19,637 babies given the name that year.
Over the last 10 years of data, its rank has slipped from #21 (2014) to #44 (2024) — a 52% drop.
As of 2024, Anthony ranks #44 nationally for boys, with 6,326 babies given the name that year.
Recent years
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | #44 | 6,326 |
| 2023 | #47 | 6,265 |
| 2022 | #44 | 6,597 |
| 2021 | #43 | 6,787 |
| 2020 | #41 | 7,030 |
| 2019 | #38 | 7,722 |
| 2018 | #38 | 8,045 |
| 2017 | #33 | 8,872 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, National Data, 1880–2024.
Similar trajectory
Other names that peaked around the same era and rose or fell on a comparable curve.
Based on US data — boys' names only.
Common Questions
When was Anthony most popular?
Anthony was most popular in 2007, when it ranked #7 nationally for boys — the highest rank it has reached in this data.
Is Anthony becoming more or less popular?
For girls, it's currently falling; for boys, it's currently falling, based on the last decade of SSA data.
How many babies have been named Anthony?
At least 1,489,090 babies have been recorded with the name Anthony in the US since 1880, according to Social Security Administration birth records.
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