Names Starting With A
BoyLatin#11 in 2025
Anthony
Anthony is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “priceless, praiseworthy.” It ranked #11 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
AN-thuh-nee
meaning & origin
The name Anthony means “priceless, praiseworthy.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
Derived from the Roman family name Antonius, of uncertain but possibly Etruscan origin. The name has been borne by significant historical figures including Mark Antony, Saint Anthony of Padua, and Saint Anthony the Great, making it one of the most enduring names in Western tradition.
popularity over time
#92020
#92021
#92022
#102023
#112024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #11 |
| 2023 | #10 |
| 2022 | #9 |
| 2021 | #9 |
| 2020 | #9 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Anthony
- Anthony Hopkins (actor)
- Mark Antony (Roman general)
- Saint Anthony of Padua
- Anthony Joshua (boxer)
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