Anthony

Boys

Best rank #10 (2008) · ranked in 18 years

First charting in 2008, Anthony peaked at #10 in 2008.

It eased from #10 in 2008 to #79 in 2025.

As of the latest count (2025), Anthony sits at #79.

In 2008, 18,445 babies were given the name Anthony.

Anthony was most popular around 2008, making it characteristic of the 2000s generation.

Rank by year

11020200820172025
  1. 2025795,977
  2. 2024676,353
  3. 2023666,286
  4. 2022636,614
  5. 2021646,797
  6. 2020607,046
  7. 2019567,731
  8. 2018548,053
  9. 2017478,886
  10. 2016449,911
  11. 20153610,677
  12. 20143011,631
  13. 20132712,310
  14. 20122113,243
  15. 20111614,314
  16. 20101415,538
  17. 20091516,353
  18. 20081018,445

Similar names

If Anthony is on your shortlist, Ava, Alexander, Amelia are worth a look too, given the similar sound and comparable popularity trends.

Frequently asked questions

Is Anthony a popular name?
Anthony reached a best rank of #10 in 2008 and has charted in 18 years.
Where does Anthony rank now?
In the most recent data (2025), Anthony ranks #79.
Is Anthony a boy or girl name?
It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.
When was Anthony most popular?
Anthony peaked around 2008.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)