Anchor, of Latin origin, means 'defensive fortification'. It's also a nautical term referring to the heavy object used by sailors to moor ships. Historically, it was given as a surname but has since become more popular as a gender-neutral first name.
"The name Anchor experienced a steady increase in popularity from 2012 to 2016, peaking with 17 births in 2016. However, it has since seen a decline, with only 8 births recorded in 2023. Over the decade, there were a total of 131 babies named Anchor."