Anderson
girl name#1241 in 2025Anderson entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #1241 in 2025, ranks #1241 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1946–2025
#1241
rank today
#1241
peak (2025)
181
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4960 |
| 1980s | #8575 |
| 1990s | #6769 |
| 2000s | #5841 |
| 2010s | #3025 |
| 2020s | #1784 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anderson has been most popular in TX, NC, GA.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Anderson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anderson 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 Anderson in 2025?
- Anderson ranks #1241 among US girl names in 2025, with 181 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anderson most popular?
- Anderson peaked in 2025, reaching #1241 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Anderson with classmates?
- Anderson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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