Ander
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
4,182 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2023 Peak Popularity Year
516 Peak Births

Ander Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Ander is a name of Greek origin that means 'man' or 'warrior'. It evolved through various languages, retaining its strong connotations. While it is associated with Saint Andrew, it does not have a direct biblical reference. The name has gained popularity since the Middle Ages and is currently seen as modern and unique.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ander"

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Pronunciation

/ˈændər/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

Ander is derived from the Greek name 'Andreas', which means 'man' or 'warrior'. The name is often associated with masculinity and strength.

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Meaning

man, warrior

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Language Evolution

Andreas (Greek), Andreas (Latin), André (French), Anders (Scandinavian), Ander (English)

Biblical Background

The name is related to Saint Andrew, one of the apostles of Jesus, but does not have a direct biblical mention as Ander.

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Europe, during the Middle Ages, especially due to the influence of Christianity and the veneration of Saint Andrew.

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Variants & Derivatives

Andrew, Anders, André, Andie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Ander is perceived as a modern and unique name, gaining some popularity in various countries, particularly in Spanish-speaking regions.

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Famous People

Ander Herrera (Spanish footballer), Anderlecht (Belgian football club), Anders Behring Breivik (Norwegian criminal)

📊 Ander Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Ander Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 516 peak births in 2023

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Texas

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ander"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Ander"

"Ander" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 3182nd of 7545 108
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3488th of 6773 83
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 4280th of 7552 57
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 4209th of 10718 97
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 6333rd of 16616 95
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 3520th of 24088 435
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 832nd of 23106 3,307

Regional Popularity of "Ander" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 91.55%
2166th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 91.29%
2148th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 41.16%
3010th/7313
38.09%
2843rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
30.85%
1229th/3984
23.29%
1045th/4487
11.29%
770th/6822
11.70%
734th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Ander" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Ander"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Ander" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ander" in the United States

The name Ander is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ander has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ander' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3182nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3488th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4209th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6333rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3520th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 832nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ander' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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