Anders

At a Glance: Name: Anders – Meaning: manly, brave – Origin: Scandinavian (form of Andrew/Andreas) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: AHN-durz

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Anders is the Scandinavian form of Andrew, or Andreas, and carries the meaning "manly, brave." Pronounced AHN-durz, it's a classic name with a global, timeless feel — straightforward, sturdy, and easy to place. If you're weighing it for a son, you're choosing a name with a long, steady history rather than a passing trend.

Meaning & Origin of Anders

Meaning: Manly, brave.

Origin: Scandinavian (form of Andrew/Andreas).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Anders

Phonetic: AHN-durz   IPA: /ˈɑːndərz/

Popularity of Anders

Anders has stayed a quiet, steady presence in U.S. baby name data since 1912, peaking at #749 in 2014 with 316 babies given the name. In 2024, the most recent year on record, it ranked #830 with 297 babies — a name that's held its ground rather than surged or faded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1912–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Anders mean?

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

How do you pronounce Anders?

Anders is pronounced AHN-durz (IPA: /ˈɑːndərz/).

Is Anders a popular name right now?

Anders is near its all-time peak (#749 in 2014), ranked #830 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)

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