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Anson vs Terrence

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
Terrence Rank #1,525

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Terrence more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Anson and Terrence mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Anson and Terrence boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.

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