Anson
Gender: Boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Son of Ann
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Anson Meaning and Origin
Anson is a boy’s name meaning “son of Ann” and is of English origin. Alternatively, it is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name “Ansteyn,” which was composed of the elements “ans” meaning “god” and “teyn” meaning “power.” The name Anson has been in use since the 18th century and has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States. Anson has also been used as a surname, and notable people with the surname Anson include the British naval commander George Anson, and the American baseball player Cap Anson. Surnames are definitely trending for baby names; we love Anson because it evokes strength and masculinity while being totally under the popularity radar.
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