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Anson vs Kendall

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
Kendall Rank #1,232

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Kendall more popular?

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Kendall mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Kendall means "valley of the River Kent" (Old English origin).

Are Anson and Kendall boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Kendall is primarily a boy name.

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