Anderson

At a Glance

Meaning

Son of Andrew (patronymic), or alternatively from the place-name Anderston ('Andrew's town')

Origin

English/Scottish (patronymic and place-name surname)

Gender

Neutral

Pronunciation

AN-der-sunListen

Anderson is an English and Scottish surname turned first name, built from the patronymic "son of Andrew" and also tied to the place-name Anderston, meaning "Andrew's town." Said AN-der-sun, it works for a boy or a girl and carries a vintage, old-soul quality. It's the kind of name that sounds handed down rather than newly coined.

Meaning & Origin of Anderson

Meaning: Son of Andrew (patronymic), or alternatively from the place-name Anderston ('Andrew's town').

Origin: English/Scottish (patronymic and place-name surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Anderson

Popularity of Anderson

Anderson reached its highest point at #215 back in 1882, when 58 babies were given the name; in 2024 it ranked #356, but with 943 babies carrying it — far more in raw numbers than at that old peak, even with more names to share the list with.

Names Like Anderson

These names share Anderson’s style, era or origin.

• Addison
• Alex
• Atlas
• August
• Avery
• Baker

FAQ

What does the name Anderson mean?

Son of Andrew (patronymic), or alternatively from the place-name Anderston (‘Andrew’s town’). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Anderson?

Anderson is pronounced AN-der-sun (IPA: /ˈændərsən/).

Is Anderson a popular name right now?

Anderson peaked at #215 in 1882 and is ranked #356 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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