Anson as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Anson

What is the meaning of the name Anson ?

The baby name Anson is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈænsən/ (AN-sən).

Anson is English in Origin.

Anson is an English surname-turned-given name with patronymic roots, literally "son of Ann," often understood in medieval usage as "son of Annis," a vernacular form of Agnes; hence the sense "descendant of Ann/Agnes." Found in records from the late Middle Ages, Anson gained notice through Admiral George Anson (1697-1762). As a first name, it took hold in Britain and North America in the 18th-19th centuries, appearing in early American history as Anson Jones, last president of the Republic of Texas.

Variant spellings include Ansen and the related surnames Annison and Anneson; short forms such as Ans occasionally occur. Today Anson feels tailored and traditional, aligning with the popularity of English -son names while remaining relatively uncommon. It is also used as an adopted English given name in parts of East and Southeast Asia. Notable bearers range from statesmen to entertainers, reinforcing its steady, understated appeal.