Anderson is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1289 in 2010 with 19 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 33 births ranking #903. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 375.0%. In 2010, approximately 1 in every 18,224 boys born was named Anderson. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Anderson began as a surname meaning "son of Andrew" and now also works as a given name. It has a polished surname-style feel while still carrying a clear family-name meaning.
Like many modern first names, Anderson moved from surname use into the given-name column. Its rise fits the broader trend for tailored, surname-style boys' names.