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Hansel vs Anton

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

Hansel Rank #1,666
Anton Rank #1,480

Anton is more popular, ranked #1480 vs #1666 for Hansel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hansel or Anton more popular?

Anton is more popular, ranked #1480 compared to Hansel at #1666 in the United States.

What do Hansel and Anton mean?

Hansel means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via German origin). Anton means "priceless, praiseworthy" (Latin (Antonius) origin).

Are Hansel and Anton boy or girl names?

Hansel is primarily a boy name. Anton is primarily a boy name.

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