Noah Boy
NOH-uh
“rest, comfort” · Hebrew
#2
Antony
BoyLatin, English· “from a Roman family name, origin unknown”
- Meaning
- from a Roman family name, origin unknown (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Latin, English
- Pronunciation
- AN-tuh-nee
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,622
- US babies 2025
- 104
- Best rank
- #611 (1970)
- Peak year
- 2007
Meaning and origin of Antony
Antony is often said to mean “from a Roman family name, origin unknown”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin and English roots.
Antony comes from the Roman family name Antonius, whose origin is unknown; the later link to the Greek anthos, flower, is a folk etymology. Mark Antony, the Roman general and ally of Cleopatra, is the most famous bearer of the name, and Shakespeare immortalized him in Julius Caesar and Antony and Cleopatra. The spelling Antony is closer to the Latin original than Anthony. It sounds classic and refined. Tony is the obvious nickname.
Popularity over time
Antony first appears in US Social Security records in 1900. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 55 different years, starting in 1953. Its best national rank was #611 in 1970, and the most babies received it in 2007, when 266 were named Antony. In 2025, 104 babies were named Antony, and it ranked #1,622 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,751 in 1920, #1,232 in 1950, #816 in 1980, #785 in 2000, #956 in 2010, and #1,622 in 2025. Of the 10,701 US boys named Antony since records began, 22% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 1990s come next, with 1,660 babies. Since 2010, 1,888 more have been named Antony.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Cristofer, Carmine, Nikhil, Trevin, and Nathen.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Antony ranked highest in New Jersey, Washington, and Pennsylvania.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | #928 | 6 |
| Washington | #1008 | 5 |
| Pennsylvania | #1104 | 6 |
| New York | #1128 | 10 |
| Texas | #1486 | 12 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Antony is usually pronounced AN-tuh-nee, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with A and ends in “-ny”.
Middle names for Antony
A few middle names that flow with Antony: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Antony
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Antony mean?
Antony is often said to mean “from a Roman family name, origin unknown”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin and English roots.
What is the origin of the name Antony?
Antony has Latin and English roots. Antony comes from the Roman family name Antonius, whose origin is unknown; the later link to the Greek anthos, flower, is a folk etymology.
Is Antony a popular name?
Not especially. Antony ranked #1,622 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Antony a boy or girl name?
Antony is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Antony?
Antony is usually pronounced AN-tuh-nee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings