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Anson vs Abiel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anson

Boy #1,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Anne, son of Agnes"

Origin: English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,396
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Anson Rank #1,396
Abiel Rank #1,502

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1502 for Abiel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Abiel more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Abiel at #1502 in the United States.

What do Anson and Abiel mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Abiel means "God is my father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Anson and Abiel boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Abiel is primarily a boy name.

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