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Anson vs Landry

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
Landry Rank #1,387

Landry is more popular, ranked #1387 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Landry more popular?

Landry is more popular, ranked #1387 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Landry mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Landry means "ruler of the land" (Old German origin).

Are Anson and Landry boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Landry is primarily a boy name.

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