Anson vs Willie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anson

Boy #1,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Anne, son of Agnes"

Origin: English patronymic

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Boy #1,376 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Anson Rank #1,396

Willie Rank #1,376

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 vs #1396 for Anson.

Is Anson or Willie more popular?

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Willie mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Willie means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Anson and Willie boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Willie is primarily a boy name.