Anker
boy nameAnker entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3545 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3545
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 2010s | #10627 |
| 2020s | #12294 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Anker are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Anker is a kid of about 9 — 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 Anker in 2025?
- Anker is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Anker most popular?
- Anker peaked in 1917, reaching #3545 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anker with classmates?
- Anker will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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