Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Janthony since 1980
Babies named Janthony per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 83 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Janthony is a rare and modern name first recorded in the United States in 1980. It combines the familiar elements 'Jan' and 'Anthony', creating a distinctive blend. The name saw its peak usage in 2012, though even at its height it remained uncommon. Since 2011, its popularity has been declining, and it has never appeared among the top 1000 names. Given its recent coinage and lack of historical roots, Janthony is considered a modern invention. It has no recorded top states, indicating very sparse usage across the country.
Janthony appears to be a modern coinage blending elements of 'Jan' (a diminutive of John or Janet) with the name 'Anthony'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1980 and saw limited but consistent use, with a peak in 2012. Its usage has declined since 2011, and it remains an uncommon name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jan, Tony, Anth
Variants: Jan Anthony
Sibling names for Janthony
Names that share Janthony's style, for a brother or sister.
