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Anton vs Ansel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anton

Boy #1,480 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"priceless, praiseworthy"

Origin: Latin (Antonius)

Cultural Roots

German Russian Scandinavian Czech Dutch Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,480
Total SSA Count
122
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Anton Rank #1,480
Ansel Rank #1,290

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 vs #1480 for Anton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anton or Ansel more popular?

Ansel is more popular, ranked #1290 compared to Anton at #1480 in the United States.

What do Anton and Ansel mean?

Anton means "priceless, praiseworthy" (Latin (Antonius) origin). Ansel means "divine protection" (Germanic origin).

Are Anton and Ansel boy or girl names?

Anton is primarily a boy name. Ansel is primarily a boy name.

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