Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Anthonie since 1972
Babies named Anthonie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 76 |
| 1990s | 217 |
| 2000s | 282 |
| 2010s | 164 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Anthonie is a Dutch and Afrikaans variant of Anthony, first recorded in U.S. data in 1972. It has never cracked the national top 1000; its peak year was 2000, when it saw its highest usage. The name is currently on a rising trajectory, increasing in use since 2022, though it remains rare nationally with no top-state concentration. The trajectory suggests a slow revival of this traditional spelling, particularly among families with Dutch or South African heritage.
Anthonie is a Dutch and Afrikaans variant of Anthony, which is derived from the Latin Antonius. The name's original meaning is debated, possibly from the Latin word 'antius' meaning 'priceless' or from the Greek 'anthos' meaning 'flower'. The name has been used in the Netherlands and South Africa since the 17th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ant, Ton, Theo
Sibling names for Anthonie
Names that share Anthonie's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Johanna, Cornelia, Elisabeth, Margaretha, Petronella
