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Anson vs Hampton

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
Hampton Rank #1,522

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Hampton more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Anson and Hampton mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin).

Are Anson and Hampton boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Hampton is primarily a boy name.

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