A heavy object used to moor a ship
Derived from the English word for the nautical tool, which itself comes from the Greek 'ankura'. It symbolizes stability, hope, and being grounded in one's faith or family. While historically used as a rare occupational surname, it has emerged as a modern virtue name for boys.
Less common today
Anchor isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,551 in 2016.
A friendly Great White shark who is a member of the Fish-Friendly Sharks group · Finding Nemo
The namesake of the American clothing retail chain formerly known as Miller's Outpost
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
