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Anson vs Mayson

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
Mayson Rank #1,331

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Mayson more popular?

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Mayson mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Mayson means "stone worker" (Old French via English origin).

Are Anson and Mayson boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Mayson is primarily a boy name.

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