Names related to Anthony: Antoine, Anton, Antonio, Antony, Tonio, Tony
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Anthony

Pronunciation: AN-thə-nee (key)

Origin of the name Anthony:

Derived from the Latin Antonius, an old Roman family name of unknown etymology. “Priceless” and “of inestimable worth” are popular folk definitions of the name. Var: Anton, Antonio. Short: Toni, Tonio, Tony.

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It's a three syllable word that does not lend itself well to getting one's name called on a sport's field. Even "tony" only shortens it to two syllables. On the other hand, I was usually the only Anthony in my classes. It carries an air of "smartness" with it, I think. I haven't known a lot of stupid Anthonys.

I, on the other hand, have met plenty of stupid Anthonys. But they're usually nice guys anyway.

I have met both smart and stupid Anthonys, one of the latter being my older brother...theyre usually nice though. He hates the name Tony so we either call him Anthony, or Ant...My dad sometimes calls him Antonio...though i have no idea why

Nicknames for Anthony: | Edit

Tony, Antonio, Ant, Tonio

Meanings and history of the name Anthony: | Edit

Worthy of Praise; Prince of the Sea.

Famous real-life people named Anthony: | Edit

Tony (Anthony) Blair, British Prime Minister (1997-2007)
Anthony Eden, British Prime Minister (1955-57)
Anthony Hopkins, British actor
Anthony Kiedis- Lead singer of band Red Hot Chili Peppers
Tony (Anthony) Shalhoub, Actor

Anthony in song, story & screen: | Edit

Tony Soprano; Tony the John Travolta character in Saturday Night Fever; Tony the Tiger, who loves Frosted Flakes (they're grr-eat!)Anthony's Song by Billy Joel

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