Anthoney
Anthoney is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Priceless or highly praiseworthy; derived from the ancient Roman gens Antonii.
Origin and history
Anthoney is a phonetic spelling variant of Anthony, derived from the Latin family name Antonius. Historically associated with classical antiquity and Christian tradition, it has seen steady, albeit infrequent, usage in the United States. It offers a slightly distinct spelling while retaining the classic pronunciation and background of Anthony.
Popularity in the United States
2,798 babies in the United States have been named Anthoney since 1880. It ranks #2446 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1895.
States where it is most popular
- CA (60.9 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
- MI (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 54 |
| 1920-1930 | 56 |
| 1930-1940 | 38 |
| 1940-1950 | 61 |
| 1950-1960 | 286 |
| 1960-1970 | 467 |
| 1970-1980 | 456 |
| 1980-1990 | 421 |
| 1990-2000 | 433 |
| 2000-2010 | 341 |
| 2010-2019 | 147 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Nicknames
Tony, Ant
Fun facts
- Anthoney incorporates an extra 'e', making it a phonetic variation of the traditional name Anthony.
- Over 2,700 boys in the United States have been given the exact spelling Anthoney since 1880.