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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From the nautical device that holds a ship steady; used to symbolize stability and steadfastness
- Origin
- English (word name)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ANG-ker
Anchor is an English word name, taken directly from the nautical device that holds a ship steady — and it carries that same meaning into use as a name, symbolizing stability and steadfastness. It's a straightforward, concrete choice for parents who want a name that says exactly what it means. There's no hidden history to decode here, just the word itself.
Meaning & Origin of Anchor
Meaning: From the nautical device that holds a ship steady; used to symbolize stability and steadfastness.
Origin: English (word name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Anchor
ANG-kerIPA /ˈæŋkər/
Popularity of Anchor
Anchor has stayed rare throughout SSA's 2012-2024 data, peaking at #5327 in 2016 with 17 babies given the name, and sitting at #7763 in 2024 with just 10.
Names Like Anchor
These names have followed a similar path to Anchor in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Anchor mean?
From the nautical device that holds a ship steady; used to symbolize stability and steadfastness. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Anchor?
Anchor is pronounced ANG-ker (IPA: /ˈæŋkər/).
Is Anchor a popular name right now?
Anchor peaked at #5327 in 2016 and is ranked #7763 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2012–2024.)
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