Anson, of Latin origin, is an unusual yet distinguished given name that has gained some popularity over time. It was introduced by the American novelist and poet John Galsworthy, who used it for one of his characters in his celebrated 'Forsyte Saga' series. The name Anson is derived from the Latin family name Antonius, which is believed to have originated from the Latin word 'anser', meaning 'goose'. This connection lends a somewhat whimsical and earthy tone to the name. Traditionally, Anson has been more common among families of English descent, though it has begun to appear in other cultures as well.
Anson was given to five babies in total over the year 2011 alone.