The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 67 births ranking #2060. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Anthony comes from the ancient Roman family name Antonius. Its exact meaning is uncertain, but the name's long history and familiar sound have kept it popular for centuries.
The name spread widely through Christian tradition, especially because of Saint Anthony of Egypt and Saint Anthony of Padua. It later became a regular classic across English, Italian, Spanish, and many other languages.