Find out how popular the first name Antony has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Antony by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Antony is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 115 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Antony.

The history of the first name Antony

The given name Antony has its origins in the ancient Roman family name Antonius. It is derived from the Latin word "Antonius" which translates to "priceless one" or "worthy of praise". The name gained popularity during the Roman era and was borne by several notable historical figures.

One of the most famous individuals with the name Antony was Mark Antony, a Roman politician and general who lived from 83 BC to 30 BC. He was a contemporary of Julius Caesar and a member of the Second Triumvirate that ruled the Roman Empire for a time. His relationship with Cleopatra, the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt, has been widely documented and dramatized in literature and art.

In the 4th century, Antony the Great, also known as Saint Antony, was a Christian monk who lived from 251 AD to 356 AD in the Egyptian desert. He is regarded as the founder of Christian monasticism and is venerated as a saint in many Christian traditions.

During the Renaissance, the name Antony was popularized by the Italian artist and sculptor Antony Gaudí, who lived from 1852 to 1926. He is renowned for his unique and innovative architectural style, which has been widely admired and studied.

In the realm of literature, the name Antony is associated with the tragic character of Antony in William Shakespeare's play "Antony and Cleopatra", written in the early 17th century.

Another notable figure with the name Antony was Sir Antony van Dyck, a Flemish painter who lived from 1599 to 1641. He was a leading figure in the Baroque tradition and is particularly renowned for his portraits of European aristocracy and royalty.

These are just a few examples of the rich history and cultural significance associated with the given name Antony, which has been borne by influential individuals across various fields throughout the centuries.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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