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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-thon /ˈænθən/
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: 'priceless'; Latin: 'invaluable'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Anthon is derived from the Latin name Antonius, which is believed to have originated from the Etruscan language, although its exact meaning is uncertain. The name was popularized in the Roman world, particularly through the figure of Marcus Antonius, known in English as Mark Antony, a prominent Roman general and politician in the 1st century BCE.
The name made its way into various languages, including Greek as Antonios, and eventually into Old French as Antoine, before being adopted into Middle English as Anthon, particularly during the medieval period when Latin and French influences were strong in England. Throughout history, the name Anthon has been associated with several notable figures, including saints and scholars.
One significant figure is Saint Anthony of Padua, a 13th-century Franciscan friar known for his preaching and miracles, whose feast day is celebrated on June 13. His influence helped to solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts, particularly in regions where the veneration of saints was prominent.
The name also appears in various historical texts and translations, including the King James Bible, where the Latin forms of names were often retained, further embedding Anthon within the Christian tradition. Culturally, the name Anthon has been linked to notions of valor and nobility, stemming from its association with the Roman aristocracy and its subsequent adoption by various European noble families.
The enduring nature of the name is reflected in its various diminutive forms, such as Tony or Anton, which have also gained cultural significance in their own right. The historical resonance of Anthon, with its roots in ancient Rome and connections to significant religious figures, contributes to its lasting legacy in European naming traditions.
Famous people named Anthon
In this section, you will find notable people named Anthon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Anthon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Anthon van Dyck is a painter best known for his portraits, especially of Charles I of England, and his work in the Baroque style.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anthon was first seen in the United States in 1916.
Anthon has ranked as high as #1059 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Anthon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Anthon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Anthon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Anthon
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Anthon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |