Anchor
boy name#9714 in 2025Anchor entered the US charts in 2012, peaked at #5318 in 2016, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2012–2025
#9714
rank today
#5318
peak (2016)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #7597 |
| 2020s | #8317 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Anchor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anchor is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anchor in 2025?
- Anchor ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anchor most popular?
- Anchor peaked in 2016, reaching #5318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anchor with classmates?
- Anchor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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