Anders
Boy name · 17 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Anders: 17 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2018.
Anders is the Scandinavian form of Andrew, derived from the Greek Andreas, meaning “manly” or “warrior.” The name crossed into Scotland through Viking and Nordic settlement, and it remains a strong, understated choice. Most famously, Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius developed the temperature scale that bears his surname, a scientific legacy recognised worldwide. Danish politician Anders Fogh Rasmussen served as Prime Minister and later as NATO Secretary General, bringing the name into modern headlines. While less common in Scotland than its English equivalent Andrew, Anders has a sleek, two‑syllable rhythm that appeals to parents seeking a Nordic‑tinged alternative with deep historical roots.
Boy 5 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20185 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 17since 2009
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y