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Anders has been one of the most popular Scandinavian names since the 12th century, meaning "manly and strong". Today, it remains the 4th most common name in Sweden. Its historic and present popularity is the reason the patronymic surname Anderson, meaning "Son of Anders," is so common.
Medieval vernacular form of Andreas ‎(“Andrew”). First recorded in Norway in the 14th century.

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