Anton
boy name#1388 in 2025Anton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #171 in 1880, ranks #1388 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1388
rank today
#171
peak (1880)
132
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #192 |
| 1890s | #224 |
| 1900s | #273 |
| 1910s | #282 |
| 1920s | #426 |
| 1930s | #517 |
| 1940s | #599 |
| 1950s | #647 |
| 1960s | #625 |
| 1970s | #568 |
| 1980s | #579 |
| 1990s | #663 |
| 2000s | #765 |
| 2010s | #1008 |
| 2020s | #1361 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anton has been most popular in CA, NY, FL.
Living bearers
About 15,000 people named Anton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anton alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anton in 2025?
- Anton ranks #1388 among US boy names in 2025, with 132 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anton most popular?
- Anton peaked in 1880, reaching #171 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anton with classmates?
- Anton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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