Holding steady.
Popularity of Ante since 1971
Babies named Ante per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 61 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Ante is a Croatian and Serbian short form of Anthony that first appeared in U.S. records in 1971. Despite its long history in the Balkans, it has never reached the top 1000 in the United States. Its peak year was 1979, with a modest number of births that year, and its usage has remained stable since, reflecting sustained but low popularity among families with Slavic heritage. The name has not been recorded in any top state data, indicating its rarity nationwide. As a cross-cultural choice, Ante offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Anthony while preserving a strong ethnic connection.
Ante is a Croatian and Serbian masculine given name, typically a short form or variant of Antun, the local form of Anthony. The name Anthony itself derives from the Roman family name Antonius, of possible Etruscan origin, with later folk etymology associating it with Greek 'anthos' meaning 'flower'. Though long established in the Balkans, Ante has been used in the United States since the 1970s, largely among families of Croatian and Serbian heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anto
Sibling names for Ante
Names that share Ante's style, for a brother or sister.
