Anatoly Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-nah-TOH-lee / ə.nəˈtoʊ.liRussian; Greek
Meaning
Russian: 'he who is praised'; Greek: 'gift of God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anatoly is primarily of Russian origin, derived from the name Anatoliy, which is associated with the concept of praise. In Greek, it is linked to the term 'Anatole,' meaning 'sunrise' or 'east,' symbolizing new beginnings and divine gifts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Anatoliy
- Anatole
- Natasha
International Variants
- Anatole (French)
- Anatol (German)
- Anatoliy (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Anatoly
Anatoly Karpov — chess grandmaster.
Anatoly Chubais — Russian politician.
Fictional characters named Anatoly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anatoly was first seen in the United States in 1998. Anatoly has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Anatoly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anatoly
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |