Steven vs Anderson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anderson

Boy #357 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Andrew (manly)"

Origin: Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#357
Total SSA Count
943
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Steven Rank #269
Anderson Rank #357

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 vs #357 for Anderson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steven or Anderson more popular?

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 compared to Anderson at #357 in the United States.

What do Steven and Anderson mean?

Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Anderson means "son of Andrew (manly)" (Scottish/Scandinavian patronymic origin).

Are Steven and Anderson boy or girl names?

Steven is primarily a boy name. Anderson is primarily a boy name.

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