What are nicknames for Anthony?

The usual abbreviated form is Tony (sometimes "Tone", "Ant", "Anth" or "Anton").
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What is a cute nickname for Anthony?

Anton: For a more refined-sounding nickname for Anthony, consider Anton. This abbreviated version of the name carries a British sensibility, as many Brits pronounce Anthony with a hard “t.” Ant: Ant is a short and sweet abbreviation for Anthony.
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What is Anthony Short?

What does Anthony mean and stand for? The name Anthony is of Latin origin and means "priceless one." Anthony is derived from the Roman family name Antonii, and evolved in the 17th Century to the version we know today: Anthony.
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Is Andy a nickname for Anthony?

As a masculine name, it can also be a variant of Anthony (especially Andon, Andoni, Andonis, Andonios, Andoniaina & Andony). Andy can also be a feminine given name as an alternate form of Andrea. The Indian names Anand and Anindya are also sometimes shortened to Andy.
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Is Anthony a cool name?

It's been declining in popularity in recent years, but still charts highly. The name of the patron saint of Italy and of the poor, one of the best-loved saints of the Catholic church, Anthony still retains some of its Latinate charm, as does its nickname Tony.
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Is Anthony a girl name?

Anthony or Antony is a masculine given name, derived from the Antonii, a gens (Roman family name) to which Mark Antony (Marcus Antonius) belonged.
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Is the H in Anthony silent?

The H is silent. Anthony comes from Antonio / Antoninus. The H was added to make it look right in English but the H was always silent.
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What does Anthony mean in Italian?

In Italian the meaning of the name Antony is: Highly praiseworthy. See Anthony.
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How is Anthony pronounced?

Logically, it would be pronounced Ant-own-ee, since it originates from a Roman name, Antonius. In English spelling, the 'h' was not added until after around 1600. (Shakespeare didn't use it for 'Antony and Cleopatra' or for Mark Antony in 'Julius Caesar'.)
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What does Anthony mean in the Bible?

Worthy of admiration or praise. Antonius.
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Who is Anthony in the Bible?

A disciple of St. Paul of Thebes, Anthony began to practice an ascetic life at the age of 20 and after 15 years withdrew for absolute solitude to a mountain by the Nile called Pispir (now Dayr al-Maymūn), where he lived from about 286 to 305.
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What does Anthony mean in Greek?

Anthony is the English of the Roman family name Antonius. The name's Latin meaning is 'priceless,' Greek is 'flourishing,' and 'highly praiseworthy' in Italian. Anthony as a name has evolved in the 17th century and from the Roman family name Antonii.
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What is the best nickname for a boy?

Cute Nicknames For Boys
  • Dreamboat.
  • Dumpling.
  • Handsome.
  • Heartbreaker.
  • Hero.
  • Hottie.
  • Hubby.
  • Hunk.
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What is a good nickname?

Cute Best Friend Nicknames
  • Boo.
  • Mouse.
  • Munchkin.
  • Bee.
  • Dolly.
  • Precious.
  • Bug.
  • Chipmunk.
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Is Anthony an Irish name?

(the same), Antony, Anthony, Anthin; Latin — Antonius, an ancient Roman name, popularised by St. Antony of Egypt and St. Antony of Padua. It was introduced into Ireland by the Anglo-Normans, but never became very common.
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How do you spell Anthony in English?

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Anthony is: "Highly praiseworthy." From a Roman clan name. In the 17th century, the spelling Anthony was associated with the Greek "anthos," meaning flower.
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What is your personality if your name is Anthony?

Anthony is a name that evokes logical reasoning. You are possibly intelligent, intuitive, graceful, and even a psychic. Interest in spirituality and mysticism is a strong possibility in your quest for truth. Sometimes you are not friendly and do not like to spend time with other people.
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Is Antony a name?

Antony is a boy's name of Greek origin and great ties to the Ancient Roman elite.
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How do you say Anthony in England?

Anthony is the more common spelling in British English, we just pronounce it Antony.
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How do the Irish pronounce Anthony?

Anthony in Irish is Antóin.
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Why do English say Antony?

Anthony is the English form of the Roman family name Antonius, which is of unknown Etruscan origin. Up until the 17th century, the English form was spelled and pronounced Antony.
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How common is the middle name Anthony?

Anthony was the 7th most popular name in the United States of America as of 2008. In 2009, the name ranked 38 on the list. In the United Kingdom, the popularity of the name was at the peak in 1940.
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