Declining since 2016, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Andersen since 1988
Babies named Andersen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 5 |
| 1990s | 16 | 94 |
| 2000s | 84 | 278 |
| 2010s | 124 | 421 |
| 2020s | 112 | 150 |
Meaning & origin
Andersen entered the U.S. naming scene relatively recently, first recorded in 1988. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, but has been on a steady decline since 2016, reflecting a broader trend away from newly adopted surname-names that saw a surge in the 2010s. Currently ranking 3949th, it is given to roughly 1 in 63,262 children, making it a rare choice. The name is most concentrated in Florida, suggesting a possible regional appeal. As a patronymic derived from Anders, it carries a clear Scandinavian heritage, often chosen by families with Danish or Norwegian roots seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Andersen is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Anders, the Scandinavian form of Andrew, which comes from the Greek 'Andreas' meaning 'manly' or 'masculine'. As a first name, it follows the tradition of using family names as given names, a practice that became popular in the United States in the late 20th century. It is particularly associated with Danish and Norwegian heritage.
Where Andersen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anders, Andy, Sonny
Sibling names for Andersen
Names that share Andersen's style, for a brother or sister.
