Ander

At a Glance: Name: Ander – Meaning: manly, brave – Origin: Basque (form of Andrew) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: AHN-der

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Ander is a Basque name, a form of Andrew, and carries the meaning "manly, brave." It's pronounced AHN-der, and its short, clean sound fits parents drawn to modern, minimalist names with a global feel.

Meaning & Origin of Ander

Meaning: Manly, brave.

Origin: Basque (form of Andrew).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Ander

Phonetic: AHN-der   IPA: /ˈɑːndər/

Popularity of Ander

Ander hit its peak popularity in 2023 at #564 with 516 babies given the name, then eased slightly to #585 in 2024 with 486.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1908–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Ander mean?

Manly, brave. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ander)

How do you pronounce Ander?

Ander is pronounced AHN-der (IPA: /ˈɑːndər/).

Is Ander a popular name right now?

Ander is near its all-time peak (#564 in 2023), ranked #585 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1908–2024.)

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