National Anthony Day 2023: Date, History, Facts, Activities

National Anthony Day is annually observed on May 12. It is a day to celebrate those with the name Anthony, which is the English form of Antonius, a Roman surname of Etruscan origin that purportedly means “priceless one.” Marcus Antonius, who co-ruled the Roman Empire with Augustus in the first century BCE, was the most notable member of the Antonius family. Saint Anthony the Great and Saint Anthony of Padua, the Patron Saint of Portugal, popularised the name in the Christian world during the fourth century. In addition, it has a number of variants, including Antony, Antoine, Anton, Antonio, and Anthonia, the feminine form.

The background of National Anthony Day

Anthony is primarily a masculine given name. This name, which is heavily associated with Christianity, is used in nearly every region of the globe. Anthony is the 49th most prevalent name in the United States, with an estimated population of 973,782. The name was originally spelt Antony but changed to Anthony in the 17th century when it was derived from the flower-meaning Greek word Anthos.

The Social Security Administration (S.S.A.) reports that Anthony is used as a first name 94% of the time and that there are approximately 305.4 persons named Anthony for every 100,000 Americans. 75.9% are White, 10.1% are Black, 9.8% are Hispanic, 2.3% are Asian or Pacific Islander, 1.4% are of mixed ethnicity, and 0.5% are American Indian or Alaska Native. Other variations of the name result in distinct numbers. For instance, Antonio would be more common among Hispanics than other names.

Approximately 115,507 Anthonys are concentrated in New York, but you are most likely to encounter one in New Jersey, where there are approximately 663.37 Anthonys for every 100,000 residents.

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NATIONAL ANTHONY DAY ACTIVITIES

Say a prayer on their behalf.

Say a prayer for everyone whose name is Anthony. Request their continued joy and safety.

Read about celebrated Anthonys

There have been numerous Anthonys who have impacted history. Examine a list online to discover their contributions to society.

Tell your acquaintances

Inform all your acquaintances, regardless of their given name, about National Anthony Day! Celebrate the Anthonys in your peer group by getting together.

5 FACTS ABOUT ANTHONY HOPKINS

He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1993.

Hopkins spent two years in the British Army before pursuing an acting career.

He is rumoured to have declined the villain role in the “James Bond” franchise.

Hopkins aced the recording of his seven-page courtroom speech for his portrayal as Quincy Adams in “Amistad” in a single take.

He chose not to blink while portraying Hannibal Lecter so that the character would appear more sinister.

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