Anderson
Anderson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Andrew.
Origin and history
Anderson originated as an English and Scottish surname meaning 'son of Andrew'. Over the past few decades, it has transitioned into a popular given name in the United States, following the trend of using traditional surnames for boys. Its usage has increased steadily, placing it solidly within the top 350 male names in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
33,991 babies in the United States have been named Anderson since 1880. It ranks #627 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #334.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.6 %)
- CA (8.4 %)
- NY (8 %)
- GA (7 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 430 |
| 1890-1900 | 415 |
| 1900-1910 | 414 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,058 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,369 |
| 1930-1940 | 981 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,027 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,034 |
| 1960-1970 | 749 |
| 1970-1980 | 736 |
| 1980-1990 | 909 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,652 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,766 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,511 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,940 |
Famous people named Anderson
- Anderson Cooper: Journalist, Television Personality
- Anderson Silva: Mixed Martial Artist, Boxer
- Anderson .Paak: Musician, Singer
Nicknames
Andy, Anders
Fun facts
- The name originally indicated patrilineal descent from Andrew, a name of ancient Greek origin meaning manly or courageous.
- While historically used predominantly as a surname, Anderson has seen a significant surge in popularity as a first name in the 21st century.