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Anson vs Cormac

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
Cormac Rank #1,259

Cormac is more popular, ranked #1259 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Cormac more popular?

Cormac is more popular, ranked #1259 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Cormac mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Cormac means "chariot boy" (Old Irish origin).

Are Anson and Cormac boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Cormac is primarily a boy name.

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