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Hampton vs Anson

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

Hampton Rank #1,522
Anson Rank #1,396

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1522 for Hampton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hampton or Anson more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Hampton at #1522 in the United States.

What do Hampton and Anson mean?

Hampton means "high settlement or estate" (Old English origin). Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin).

Are Hampton and Anson boy or girl names?

Hampton is primarily a boy name. Anson is primarily a boy name.

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