Anderson
Meaning of Anderson
The name Anderson, pronounced as AN-der-suhn (/ˈændərsən/), is of Scandinavian and English origin, meaning "son of Andrew." This strong and distinguished name has historical roots in various cultures, often associated with families of noble lineage. Anderson is a versatile name that has maintained steady popularity in the United States over the years. It ranked 332nd in 2023 with 1005 occurrences, showing consistent usage since the late 19th century. The name evokes a sense of tradition and reliability, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a classic yet modern name for their baby boy. Variations like Andersson offer slight regional twists while retaining the core essence of the name.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AN-der-suhn (/ˈændərsən/)
British English
- Pronunced as AN-dər-suhn (/ˈandəsən/)
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Notable People Named Anderson
| Anderson da Silva is a Brazilian mixed martial artist and boxer, known for holding the record for the longest title reign in UFC history at 2,457 days and a UFC record of 16 consecutive victories. |
| Anderson Hays Cooper is an American broadcast journalist and political commentator known for anchoring the CNN news show Anderson Cooper 360° and serving as a correspondent for 60 Minutes on CBS News. |
| Anderson .Paak, also known as Brandon Paak Anderson, is a multi-talented American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and drummer who has received multiple Grammy Awards for his work in the music industry. |
| Anderson Varejão - Anderson França Varejão is a retired Brazilian professional basketball player known for his 14-season career in the NBA, primarily with the Cleveland Cavaliers, as well as his contributions to various other leagues and the Brazilian national team. |
| Anderson José Lopes de Souza, also known as Anderson Lopes, is a Brazilian footballer currently playing as a forward or winger for Yokohama F. Marinos. |
| Anderson Arroyo Córdoba is a Colombian professional footballer currently playing for Segunda División club FC Andorra on loan from Premier League club Liverpool. |
| Anderson Santana dos Santos, also known as Anderson Santana or Anderson Mineiro, is a Brazilian left back who previously played for Aktobe in the Kazakhstan Premier League. |
