Anderson vs Travis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anderson

Boy #357 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Andrew (manly)"

Origin: Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#357
Total SSA Count
943
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Anderson Rank #357
Travis Rank #362

Anderson is more popular, ranked #357 vs #362 for Travis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anderson or Travis more popular?

Anderson is more popular, ranked #357 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.

What do Anderson and Travis mean?

Anderson means "son of Andrew (manly)" (Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Anderson and Travis boy or girl names?

Anderson is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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