Anders Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Anders Name at a Glance

Name	Anders
Meaning	Strong.
Origin	Swedish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Anders Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Anders means “Strong”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Anders Name Origin

Our database records Anders under Swedish origin. Browse more Swedish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Anders a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Anders is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Anders

When considering Anders for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.