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Anson vs Malek

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
Malek Rank #1,428

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1428 for Malek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Malek more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Malek at #1428 in the United States.

What do Anson and Malek mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Malek means "king, sovereign" (Arabic origin).

Are Anson and Malek boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Malek is primarily a boy name.

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