Boy nameCurrently #7,763 in the USFalling
Anchor
//ˈæŋkɜr//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20166 lettersStarts with A
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Anchor's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Anchor's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Anchor |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |
Anchor through the decades
- Anchor peaked in 2016, when 17 babies were named Anchor in the US.
- Anchor currently ranks #7,763 in the US and is cooling off.