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Lazarus 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

Lazarus Rank #1,337
Anson Rank #1,396

Lazarus is more popular, ranked #1337 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazarus or Anson more popular?

Lazarus is more popular, ranked #1337 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Lazarus and Anson mean?

Lazarus means "God has helped" (Hebrew origin). Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin).

Are Lazarus and Anson boy or girl names?

Lazarus is primarily a boy name. Anson is primarily a boy name.

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