MallowbyNames

Anthone

an-THONE · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Anthony, meaning 'priceless one' or 'flower' in Greek, though this is debated.

Peak popularity
1997
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Anthone since 1978

Babies named Anthone per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812198020002020Most births 1997Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s5
1980s37
1990s66
2000s22
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Anthone is a rare modern creation, first appearing in U.S. records in 1978. It likely draws inspiration from the more established Anthony but carved its own niche, reaching a peak in 1997. Despite never ranking in national charts, its usage has remained stable, suggesting occasional but consistent adoption. The name has not been associated with any particular states or cultures, reflecting its status as an inventive, personalized choice rather than a traditional one.

The name Anthone is a relatively recent creation, first recorded in the United States in 1978. It is likely an invented spelling or variant of the classic name Anthony, possibly influenced by phonetic trends. There is no clear etymological derivation from ancient languages, and its rise in use has been modest and sporadic, peaking in 1997.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tony, Ant

Sibling names for Anthone

Names that share Anthone's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Anthone mean?
The meaning of Anthone is uncertain. It is likely a modern variant of Anthony, which has debated Greek origins meaning 'priceless one' or 'flower'.
How popular is the name Anthone?
Anthone is a rare name. It was first recorded in 1978, peaked in 1997, and has remained stable in usage since. It does not rank in the top 1000 names.
Is Anthone a boy or girl name?
Anthone is used primarily for boys, based on historical U.S. data.