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Lenox 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

Lenox Rank #1,555
Anson Rank #1,396

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 vs #1555 for Lenox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lenox or Anson more popular?

Anson is more popular, ranked #1396 compared to Lenox at #1555 in the United States.

What do Lenox and Anson mean?

Lenox means "elm grove" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin).

Are Lenox and Anson boy or girl names?

Lenox is primarily a boy name. Anson is primarily a boy name.

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