Anthony
boy name#46 in 2025Anthony entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #7 in 2007, ranks #46 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#46
rank today
#7
peak (2007)
5,967
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #95 |
| 1890s | #79 |
| 1900s | #51 |
| 1910s | #38 |
| 1920s | #41 |
| 1930s | #47 |
| 1940s | #43 |
| 1950s | #31 |
| 1960s | #22 |
| 1970s | #21 |
| 1980s | #20 |
| 1990s | #18 |
| 2000s | #10 |
| 2010s | #24 |
| 2020s | #44 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anthony has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,218,000 people named Anthony are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anthony alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anthony in 2025?
- Anthony ranks #46 among US boy names in 2025, with 5,967 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anthony most popular?
- Anthony peaked in 2007, reaching #7 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anthony with classmates?
- Anthony will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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