US Popularity:5478
Origin:Norwegian
Other Origin(s):Danish, Greek
Meaning:Son of Anders; Man; Manly
Andersen is a boy's name of Norwegian and Danish origins. Meaning "son of Anders," this distinctive moniker is a great way to pay homage to another family member. Anders itself stems from andrós, a Greek element that translates to "man" or "manly." Whether you want to honor your Scandinavian heritage or inspire your little one to respect their elders, Andersen is a worthy contender. While Andy springs to mind for a cute nickname, Anders and Sen are also great choices.
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Famous People Named Andersen

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  • Hans Christian Andersen
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How Popular Is The Name Andersen?

U.S. Births

Overall:Andersen is currently #5478 in U.S. births
Boy:Andersen is currently #3955 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

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2025
#3955
in 2025
+ 469
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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