Anson
boy name#1728 in 2025Anson entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #595 in 1881, ranks #1728 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1728
rank today
#595
peak (1881)
94
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #682 |
| 1890s | #848 |
| 1900s | #946 |
| 1910s | #1282 |
| 1920s | #1498 |
| 1930s | #1933 |
| 1940s | #1550 |
| 1950s | #1661 |
| 1960s | #1408 |
| 1970s | #1143 |
| 1980s | #1133 |
| 1990s | #1670 |
| 2000s | #1235 |
| 2010s | #957 |
| 2020s | #1328 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Anson has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 6,800 people named Anson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Anson alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anson in 2025?
- Anson ranks #1728 among US boy names in 2025, with 94 babies given the name.
- When was the name Anson most popular?
- Anson peaked in 1881, reaching #595 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anson with classmates?
- Anson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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