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Kendall 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

Kendall Rank #1,232
Anson Rank #1,396

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kendall or Anson more popular?

Kendall is more popular, ranked #1232 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Kendall and Anson mean?

Kendall means "valley of the River Kent" (Old English origin). Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin).

Are Kendall and Anson boy or girl names?

Kendall is primarily a boy name. Anson is primarily a boy name.

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