Tony
Meaning: Praiseworthy, priceless, flourishing
Origin: English/Latin (diminutive)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #132
Total births: 4,152
History: Tony peaked in the 1970s in Australia. Tony Lockett holds the all-time AFL goalkicking record — 1360 goals. Tony Abbott served as Prime Minister. The name carries working-class Australian energy — the Italian community also boosted its popularity.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1987) | #92 |
| Babies named Tony in 1987 | 84 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,152 |
| Peak year | 1971 (188 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #55 |
| Years in records | 1952–1987 (34 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 3 spots |
Frequently asked about Tony
What does the name Tony mean?
Tony means “Praiseworthy, priceless, flourishing” from English/Latin (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Tony?
Tony has English/Latin (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Praiseworthy, priceless, flourishing”.
How popular is Tony in Australia?
Tony ranked #92 in Australia in 1987 — given to 84 babies that year.
When was Tony most popular?
Tony peaked in 1971 with 188 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Tony a boy or girl name?
Tony is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Tonys in registered births are male.
How long has Tony been recorded in Australia?
Tony appears in birth records in Australia across 34 years — from 1952 through 1987.