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The masculine given name Anthony, also spelled Antony, traces its roots to the Roman Antonii family. Historical accounts suggest this family descended from Anton, a son of Heracles. The name gained significant traction as a Christian given name primarily due to the veneration of Saint Anthony the Great, a pioneer of Christian monasticism in Egypt. Later, the veneration of Saint Anthony of Padua further bolstered its use within Roman Catholicism.

The name has seen widespread adoption across numerous countries, consistently ranking among popular male baby names in the United States since the late 19th century. It has also featured in the top 100 male names in various nations like Canada, Australia, England, Ireland, and Scotland between 1998 and 2018. Its popularity in the United Kingdom notably peaked in the 1940s. The spelling of the name evolved, with 'Anthony' becoming more common around the 15th to 17th centuries, possibly influenced by a perceived connection to the Greek word 'anthos' meaning 'flower'. Equivalents and variations of the name exist in many languages worldwide, with common shortenings including Tony or Toni.