Anson
Anson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæn.sən/
Meaning and origin of Anson
- An English surname transferred from the given name meaning "son of Agnes".
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Ann + -son (the former word is a diminutive).
How popular is Anson?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 7,932 boys in the U.S. have been named Anson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17027 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #598 in 1881. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Anson FAQ
What does the name Anson mean?
An English surname transferred from the given name meaning "son of Agnes". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Ann + -son (the former word is a diminutive).
What is the origin of the name Anson?
Anson is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Anson?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 7,932 boys in the U.S. have been named Anson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17027 in 2011. Its highest rank for boys was #598 in 1881. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Anson a boy or girl name?
Anson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 7,932 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.