Anderson (name) facts for kids
Anderson is a name that can be used as both a first name and a family name (also called a surname). It first appeared in Scotland in the 1300s. Back then, it was written as "Fitz Andreu," which means "son of Andrew."
Anderson is one of the most common family names around the world. You'll find it a lot in countries like Scotland, the United States, Canada, and England.
The Name Anderson: First or Last?
The name Anderson is interesting because it can be used in two main ways: as a first name given to someone at birth, or as a family name passed down through generations.
Anderson as a First Name
Some famous people have Anderson as their first name. For example, Anderson Cooper is a well-known American journalist. He is the son of Gloria Vanderbilt, who was a famous artist and fashion designer.
Other people with Anderson as a first name include:
- Anderson Dawson (1863-1910), an Australian politician. He was a premier of Queensland for a short time.
- Anderson Hernández (born 1982), a baseball player from the Dominican Republic. He played in Major League Baseball.
- Anderson Ribeiro (born 1981), a footballer from Brazil.
- Anderson Varejão (born 1982), a basketball player from Brazil. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Anderson as a Last Name
Many people also have Anderson as their last name. Some well-known individuals with this family name include:
- Rona Anderson, an actress.
- Pamela Anderson, an actress and model.
- Loni Anderson, an actress.
- Laurie Anderson, an artist and musician.
- Lynn Anderson, a singer.
Other people with Anderson as a last name include:
- Alf Anderson (1914-1985), an American baseball player.
- Ben Anderson (born 1975), a British journalist.
- Bibi Andersson (born 1935), a Swedish actress.
- Bud Anderson (born 1922), an American aviator and flying ace. He was a pilot during World War II.
- Charles D. Anderson (1827–1901), a general who fought for the Confederate side during the American Civil War.
- Daphne Anderson (1922–2013), a British actress.
- Martina Anderson (born 1962), a politician from Northern Ireland.
