Ander
boy name#728 in 2025Ander entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #566 in 2023, ranks #728 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1908–2025
#728
rank today
#566
peak (2023)
365
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1113 |
| 1910s | #3205 |
| 1920s | #3357 |
| 1930s | #3152 |
| 1940s | #3029 |
| 1950s | #3511 |
| 1960s | #3409 |
| 1970s | #4079 |
| 1980s | #5833 |
| 1990s | #6079 |
| 2000s | #4250 |
| 2010s | #1670 |
| 2020s | #620 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ander has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 4,300 people named Ander are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ander is a kid of about 4 — 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 Ander in 2025?
- Ander ranks #728 among US boy names in 2025, with 365 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ander most popular?
- Ander peaked in 2023, reaching #566 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ander with classmates?
- Ander will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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