Tony
Tony is derived from Anthony, which comes from the Roman family name Antonius, with possible meanings including 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth.' It evolved from a formal nickname to a beloved standalone name with a friendly, approachable character.
Current Popularity
#803 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Works well as both a standalone name and nickname for Anthony
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Has a timeless quality that ages well from childhood to adulthood
- •Strong Italian-American cultural association
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Famous People
Tony Bennett
Legendary jazz and pop singer
Tony Hawk
Professional skateboarding icon
Tony Stark
Fictional Marvel superhero (Iron Man)
Tony Curtis
Golden Age Hollywood actor
Statistics
251,269
Total births since 1880
1961
Peak year
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