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Anson

AN-son

Popularity

#1390

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

7,842

Peak Year

#302 in 2016

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

An English surname turned first name, possibly derived from the medieval given name Annis, which is a form of Agnes, meaning 'pure' in Greek.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • George Anson

    British admiral and politician.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

HonestReliableIntelligentPractical

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