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Anson vs Perry

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
Perry Rank #1,243

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Perry more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Perry mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Anson and Perry boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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