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/AN-thuh-nee/

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Anthony is a Latin boy's name pronounced /AN-thuh-nee/. This name is most commonly associated with being highly praiseworthy or priceless.

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Meaning of Anthony

This name is most commonly associated with being highly praiseworthy or priceless.

The name is derived from the Roman family name Antonius, which is of Etruscan origin and unknown meaning. During the Renaissance, the spelling was altered from Antony to Anthony due to the mistaken belief that it derived from the Greek word 'anthos', meaning flower. It became widely popular in the Christian world due to Saint Anthony the Great and Saint Anthony of Padua.

Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/AN-thuh-nee/

Cultural background

Anthony remains a perennial favorite in English-speaking countries and is frequently chosen in Catholic communities to honor Saint Anthony of Padua.

Variations & nicknames

  • Antony
  • Antonio
  • Antoine
  • Anton
  • Tony
  • Anto

Famous people named Anthony

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Anthony Hopkins

    Academy Award-winning Welsh actor

    Film · Modern

  • Anthony Bourdain

    Celebrity chef, author, and travel documentarian

    Culinary Arts · Modern

  • Saint Anthony of Padua

    Portuguese Catholic priest and friar

    Religion · 13th Century

  • Anthony Fauci

    American physician-scientist and immunologist

    Medicine · Modern

  • Anthony Kiedis

    Lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers

    Music · Modern

  • Anthony Trollope

    Prolific English novelist of the Victorian era

    Literature · 19th Century

Frequently asked about Anthony

Is the 'h' in Anthony silent?
In most American English dialects, the 'th' is pronounced. However, in British English and the original Latin/Italian forms, the 'h' is often silent, pronounced as 'AN-tuh-nee'.
What is the most common nickname for Anthony?
Tony is the most frequent nickname, though 'Ant' and 'Tone' are also used colloquially.
Who is the patron saint of Anthony?
Saint Anthony of Padua is the most well-known patron saint, often invoked for the recovery of lost items.

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