Anchor

Anchor Meaning & Origin

About Anchor
The name "Anchor" is derived from the English word for a heavy object used to keep a ship or boat in place. As a name, Anchor symbolizes stability, strength, and security. It can represent someone who is dependable, grounded, and steadfast in their actions and relationships. The name may also evoke a sense of hope and resilience, as an anchor is often associated with weathering storms and providing a sense of safety.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Anchor are male.

Anchor Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ANXR
🗽 NYSIIS
A
🔊 Soundex
A5206
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AE1 NG K ER0
🌐 IPA
/ˈæŋkər/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ANXR', 'ANKR')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A526

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Anchor in Braille

Here's how to represent Anchor in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Anchor in braille

How to Spell the Name Anchor in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Anchor using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Anchor in sign language

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