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Name Origin

Anderson is a patronymic surname of Scottish and Scandinavian origin. It means 'son of Andrew'.

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Famous People

Anderson Cooper (1967-)

Journalist

  • Anchor of CNN's Anderson Cooper 360°
  • Award-winning correspondent for ABC News and CNN
  • Author of several books

Anderson Silva (1975-)

Mixed Martial Artist

  • Former UFC Middleweight Champion
  • Considered one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time
  • Holds numerous records in the UFC

Anderson .Paak (1986-)

Musician

  • Grammy Award-winning singer, rapper, songwriter, and drummer
  • Known for his funk and soul-inspired music
  • Collaborated with artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre