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Anson vs Jerome

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
Jerome Rank #1,341

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Jerome more popular?

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Jerome mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Anson and Jerome boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.

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