Anson

Source: English

Root Word: son

Derived From: Son

Meaning: Derived from the Old English word ‘Son’ meaning ‘son’, combined with ‘Ann’ (An, meaning tranquility) or ‘Ain’ (an old European name meaning only), meaning father’s son or son of tranquility.

Popularity History: Anson is commonly used as a boys' name in English-speaking countries, especially in the 19th and early 20th centuries.