Tony

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Short form of Anthony. Its use as an independent name peaked in the U.S. during the 1960s, which coincides with the commercial successes of singer Tony Bennett and actor Tony Curtis. A past favorite among African-American families. , Derived from Victoria triumphant.

Popularity: Boys Ranked #383 in 2010; See More Popularity Rankings
Origin: Latin
Gender: Unisex
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Alternative Spellings: Toney +; Tonie +; + Add an Alternative
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Famous Tonys: Tony Amonte (hockey player); Tony La Russa (baseball manager); Tony Stewart (auto racing champion); Tony Gwynn (baseball player); Tony Danza (actor/talk show host); Tony Esposito (Canadian Hockey Hall of Famer); Tony Gonzalez (football player; Tony Raines (NASCAR driver); Tony Dorsett (Football Hall of Famer); + Add a Famous Tony
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