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Name Origin

Anthony is a masculine given name of Roman origin, derived from the Roman family name Antonius. It traditionally means 'priceless' or 'highly praiseworthy.'

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Famous People

Anthony Hopkins (1937-)

Actor

  • Academy Award for Best Actor
  • BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role

Anthony Fauci (1940-)

Immunologist, Physician

  • Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
  • Key figure in the response to HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 pandemics

Anthony Bourdain (1956-2018)

Chef, Author, Television Personality

  • Host of the travel and food shows 'A Cook's Tour' and 'Parts Unknown'
  • Acclaimed author of culinary and travel memoirs

Anthony Davis (1993-)

Professional Basketball Player

  • NBA Champion (2020)
  • 8× NBA All-Star

Anthony Joshua (1989-)

Professional Boxer

  • Two-time unified world heavyweight champion
  • Olympic gold medalist (2012)