Anderson Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-der-sun / ˈændərsənEnglish; Scandinavian
Meaning
Son of Andrew
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Anderson is of English and Scandinavian origin, derived from the given name Andrew. It has been used as a surname and has gained popularity as a first name in various cultures. The name reflects a patronymic tradition, indicating lineage. It is commonly found in English-speaking countries and has historical roots in both Scotland and Scandinavia.
Trend Summary
Anderson has seen a steady rise in popularity as a first name in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anders
- Andersson
International Variants
- Anders (Swedish)
- Andoni (Basque)
- Andrés (Spanish)
Famous people named Anderson
Anderson Cooper is a prominent American journalist and television personality known for his work on CNN.
Anderson .Paak is an American musician and record producer recognized for his unique blend of R&B and hip-hop.
Anderson Silva is a retired Brazilian mixed martial artist, celebrated for his successful career in the UFC.
Anderson Talisca is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his skills and contributions to various clubs.
Fictional characters named Anderson
Anderson is a character in the video game series 'Resident Evil', known for his role as a researcher.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anderson was first seen in the United States in 1880. Anderson has ranked as high as #506 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Georgia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Anderson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anderson (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 113 | |
FL | 77 | |
CA | 76 | |
NY | 53 | |
VA | 52 | |
GA | 52 | |
NC | 51 | |
OH | 41 | |
TN | 34 | |
PA | 27 | |
AL | 25 | |
KY | 24 | |
MD | 23 | |
IN | 21 | |
WA | 21 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 43 |
1881 | 40 |
1882 | 58 |
1883 | 38 |
1884 | 48 |
1885 | 42 |
1886 | 34 |
1887 | 39 |
1888 | 46 |
1889 | 42 |
1890 | 59 |
1891 | 30 |
1892 | 44 |
1893 | 46 |
1894 | 50 |
1895 | 31 |
1896 | 39 |
1897 | 46 |
1898 | 43 |
1899 | 27 |
1900 | 56 |
1901 | 26 |
1902 | 37 |
1903 | 30 |
1904 | 49 |
1905 | 45 |
1906 | 46 |
1907 | 30 |
1908 | 45 |
1909 | 50 |
1910 | 52 |
1911 | 56 |
1912 | 85 |
1913 | 90 |
1914 | 110 |
1915 | 121 |
1916 | 135 |
1917 | 128 |
1918 | 134 |
1919 | 147 |
1920 | 180 |
1921 | 129 |
1922 | 142 |
1923 | 149 |
1924 | 138 |
1925 | 128 |
1926 | 143 |
1927 | 129 |
1928 | 128 |
1929 | 103 |
1930 | 122 |
1931 | 99 |
1932 | 91 |
1933 | 105 |
1934 | 92 |
1935 | 86 |
1936 | 106 |
1937 | 85 |
1938 | 93 |
1939 | 102 |
1940 | 100 |
1941 | 96 |
1942 | 113 |
1943 | 101 |
1944 | 92 |
1945 | 96 |
1946 | 100 |
1947 | 118 |
1948 | 96 |
1949 | 115 |
1950 | 109 |
1951 | 103 |
1952 | 99 |
1953 | 113 |
1954 | 118 |
1955 | 100 |
1956 | 97 |
1957 | 104 |
1958 | 96 |
1959 | 95 |
1960 | 84 |
1961 | 93 |
1962 | 81 |
1963 | 58 |
1964 | 82 |
1965 | 80 |
1966 | 72 |
1967 | 77 |
1968 | 52 |
1969 | 71 |
1970 | 74 |
1971 | 82 |
1972 | 77 |
1973 | 73 |
1974 | 67 |
1975 | 65 |
1976 | 75 |
1977 | 70 |
1978 | 81 |
1979 | 72 |
1980 | 80 |
1981 | 71 |
1982 | 90 |
1983 | 87 |
1984 | 81 |
1985 | 98 |
1986 | 91 |
1987 | 91 |
1988 | 108 |
1989 | 112 |
1990 | 136 |
1991 | 156 |
1992 | 156 |
1993 | 143 |
1994 | 170 |
1995 | 160 |
1996 | 178 |
1997 | 179 |
1998 | 166 |
1999 | 208 |
2000 | 211 |
2001 | 229 |
2002 | 281 |
2003 | 340 |
2004 | 370 |
2005 | 496 |
2006 | 754 |
2007 | 926 |
2008 | 1,017 |
2009 | 1,142 |
2010 | 1,021 |
2011 | 1,145 |
2012 | 1,249 |
2013 | 1,154 |
2014 | 1,163 |
2015 | 1,186 |
2016 | 1,162 |
2017 | 1,201 |
2018 | 1,173 |
2019 | 1,057 |
2020 | 1,083 |
2021 | 1,003 |
2022 | 1,001 |
2023 | 1,008 |
2024 | 943 |