ANTHONY
The meaning of the unisex name Anthony is HIGHLY PRAISEWORTHY. MARK ANTONY: (83-30 BC) ROMAN TRIUMVIR AND GENERAL WHO SHARED A THRONE AND A TEMPESTUOUS POLITICAL CAREER WITH QUEEN CLEOPATRA OF EGYPT. SEE TONY..
Details on ANTHONY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Highly praiseworthy. mark antony: (83-30 bc) roman triumvir and general who shared a throne and a tempestuous political career with queen cleopatra of egypt. see tony
- Popularity for Boy:
- 64th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 19,608th in the USA (bottom 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
6,326 births
ANTHONY as a BOY in 2024
9 births
ANTHONY as a GIRL in 2023
The meaning(s) of ANTHONY:
The name Anthony is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Anthony is: Priceless.
The name Anthony is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Anthony is: Priceless.
The name Anthony is a Basque baby name. In Basque the meaning of the name Anthony is: He adds or priceless.
The name Anthony is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Anthony is: Highly praiseworthy. From a Roman clan name. In the 17th century, the spelling Anthony was associated with the Greek anthos meaning flower.
The name Anthony is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Anthony is: Highly praiseworthy. Famous bearer: Mark Antony, Roman triumvir and general who shared a throne with Queen Cleopatra of Egypt.
The name Anthony is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Anthony is: King Henry the Eighth' Sir Anthony Denny.
USA SSA birth(s) for ANTHONY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ANTHONY
ANTHONY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6326 births |
| 2023 | 6265 births |
| 2022 | 6597 births |
| 2021 | 6787 births |
| 2020 | 7030 births |
| 2019 | 7722 births |
| 2018 | 8045 births |
| 2017 | 8802 births |
| 2016 | 9851 births |
| 2015 | 10618 births |
| 2014 | 11571 births |
| 2013 | 12260 births |
| 2012 | 13195 births |
| 2011 | 14263 births |
| 2010 | 15487 births |
| 2009 | 16306 births |
ANTHONY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 births |
| 2022 | 7 births |
| 2021 | 5 births |
| 2020 | 9 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2018 | 5 births |
| 2017 | 8 births |
| 2016 | 11 births |
| 2015 | 13 births |
| 2014 | 18 births |
| 2013 | 15 births |
| 2012 | 15 births |
| 2011 | 24 births |
| 2010 | 27 births |
| 2009 | 26 births |
| 2008 | 28 births |
About the name ANTHONY
Anthony, a name rich in history and warmth, traces its origins to the Roman family name Antonius, with roots deeply embedded in Latin. Traditionally interpreted as "priceless" or "invaluable," Anthony carries a sense of worth and significance, making it a cherished choice for many. The name has flourished in various cultures, transcending borders to find its place in English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as in Italy, where it is often associated with St. Anthony of Padua, the beloved patron saint of lost items. In Spain and Portugal, Antonio and Antonella bring a melodic twist to this timeless name, infusing it with a warm, familial embrace. Symbolically, Anthony embodies strength and kindness, often associated with leaders and protectors, making it a name that resonates with aspiration and grace. Whether whispered in the quiet corners of a home or celebrated in grand gatherings, Anthony carries a legacy of hope and connection, a name that invites love and respect in every culture it graces.
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