Picking the rightNicknames for Anthony for your Anthony is a big decision. It shapes how he introduces himself, how his friends greet him, and even how he signs his emails one day.

This guide covers every style of nickname for Anthony you could want — cute, funny, cool, and unique — plus real name meaning, variations, and the questions parents ask most. No filler, just 100+ solid options. Best Nicknames for Anthony.

100+ Best Nicknames for Anthony

Here is the full list, broken down by style so you can jump straight to the vibe you want. Every name is numbered, not buried in a paragraph, so you can scan fast.

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Cute Nicknames for Anthony

These work well for a baby, a young son, or a boyfriend you want to keep things soft and affectionate.

1. Ant
2. Tony
3. Anth
4. Tonio
5. Antman
6. Anton
7. Toni
8. T
9. Ton-Ton
10. Antster
11. Tony Boy
12. Antelope
13. Little Ant
14. Tonka
15. Antomigo
16. Tony-o
17. Anthon
18. Antnado
19. Antzy
20. Sweet Ant
21. Tonster
22. Antoo
23. Anty
24. Tonio Bear
25. Tone

Funny Nicknames for Anthony

If your Anthony has a big personality, these lean playful and lighthearted — perfect for friends and family who love a laugh.

26. Ant Hill Billy
27. Ant McAntface
28. Antsy Pantsy
29. Ant-tonio Banderas
30. Tony Baloney
31. Antenna Topper
32. Uncle Antsy
33. Tony Bologna
34. Ant-Man on Campus
35. Ants in the Pants
36. Toninator
37. Ant E. Planet
38. Tone Capone
39. Antmaniac
40. Tony McFly
41. Ant-pocalypse
42. Antnipotent
43. Tony the Tiger
44. Ant-astic
45. Ton-tacular
46. Antzilla
47. Anttony
48. Tonyhawk
49. The Anthony Express
50. Ant-sational

Cool Nicknames for Anthony

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These fit a teen or grown man who wants a nickname with an edge, not something that sounds like it belongs in the nursery.

51. Tone
52. A-Rock
53. Tony Stark
54. Ant-Hero
55. Big A
56. Tony Montana
57. A-Train
58. Thunder Anthony
59. Antman
60. T-Bone
61. Sir Ant
62. Ant-Mania
63. Tony Soprano
64. The Anthonator
65. Nino
66. Ant-zilla
67. Captain Anthony
68. Atomic Anth
69. Ant-Man and the Wasp
70. Tony Maestri
71. The Great Anthony
72. Ant-Master
73. Tone-Bone
74. Anthony the Lionheart
75. Toz

Unique Nicknames for Anthony

Most lists recycle the same ten names. These are less common picks worth considering if you want something that stands apart.

76. AJ (Anthony + middle initial)
77. Nino (the Italian pet form)
78. Toño (Spanish-language pet form)
79. Antonino
80. Ant-toinette (for a shared-name couple)
81. Antho
82. Antmanian Devil
83. Toñito
84. Anthonator
85. Tonyness
86. Ant-Twin
87. Ant-Dawg
88. Anthonius
89. Antomatic
90. Tonmeister
91. Ant-Rock
92. Antz
93. Tony-Bear
94. Anth-Man
95. Ant-Wave
96. Tonio Rex
97. Ant-Legacy
98. Tony Prime
99. Anthony the Great
100. Ant & Co.
101. Antourage
102. Tone Riser

Other Names for Anthony (Variations, Spellings & International Forms)

Anthony has close cousins in other languages, plus a few spelling variants and feminine forms worth knowing before you settle on a nickname.

International variants include Antonio (Italian and Spanish), Antoine (French), Anton (German, Dutch, Russian, and Scandinavian), Antoni (Polish), António (Portuguese), and Antun (Croatian).

Spelling variants in English include Antony, Anthoni, and Anthonie, though Anthony remains the standard modern spelling.

Feminine forms of the name include Antonia, Antoinette, Toni, Tonya, and Antonella — useful to know if you’re naming siblings or just curious about the name family.

Is Andy a nickname for Anthony? Not traditionally. Andy is almost always short for Andrew. Some families do use it informally for an Anthony, but it isn’t a standard or historically common pairing the way Tony or Ant are.

FAQs

What is the short form for Anthony?

The most widely used short form is Tony. Ant is the second most common, especially in the UK and Australia.

What are some other names for Anthony?

Related names include Antonio, Antoine, Anton, Antoni, and António, along with feminine forms like Antonia and Antoinette.

What are some funny nicknames for Anthony?

Playful picks include Ant Hill Billy, Antsy Pantsy, Tony Baloney, and Ants in the Pants.

Is Andy a nickname for Anthony?

Not typically. Andy is traditionally short for Andrew, though a small number of families use it informally for Anthony.

Conclusion

Anthony is a name built for nicknames — classic ones like Tony and Ant, playful ones for kids, and cooler options for teens and adults. Whichever direction you choose, there’s a version on this list that fits.

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