Anderson
boy name#363 in 2025Anderson entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #215 in 1882, ranks #363 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#363
rank today
#215
peak (1882)
898
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #254 |
| 1890s | #279 |
| 1900s | #325 |
| 1910s | #458 |
| 1920s | #528 |
| 1930s | #594 |
| 1940s | #628 |
| 1950s | #714 |
| 1960s | #871 |
| 1970s | #969 |
| 1980s | #971 |
| 1990s | #837 |
| 2000s | #526 |
| 2010s | #301 |
| 2020s | #337 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anderson has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 28,000 people named Anderson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anderson alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
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 #363 among US boy names in 2025, with 898 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anderson most popular?
- Anderson peaked in 1882, reaching #215 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anderson with classmates?
- Anderson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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