Tony
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Tony
Tony as a feminine name represents an interesting dimension of naming practices, as it's more commonly recognized as a masculine nickname for Anthony. For girls, Tony typically functions as a diminutive of Antonia or feminine names like Antoinette, though it occasionally stands as an independent given name. The masculine version derives from the Roman family name Antonius, possibly meaning 'priceless' or 'beyond value.' As a feminine name, Tony offers a short, spunky alternative to more traditional feminine forms, appealing to parents seeking gender-neutral options. This brief, approachable name carries a certain straightforward charm and casual confidence. While relatively uncommon for girls, it fits within the trend of adopting traditionally male nicknames as feminine given names.
Tony for boys#784 US
Tony, as in classy. Or To-nyyy, as yelled out a tenement window.
Pronounced TOH-nee.
As of October 2026, Tony ranked #17755 in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #1264 in 1889.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #448 | 666 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #500 | 581 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #522 | 566 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #543 | 520 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #583 | 471 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #593 | 467 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #630 | 427 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #679 | 392 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #698 | 378 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #844 | 289 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #803 | 313 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #784 | 325 |
World rankings
Tony for boys
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