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Anders

Anders (name) means a male given name and surname from Scandinavian languages, equivalent to English Andrew. Example: “Anders is a common Swedish first name.”

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A male given name and surname from Scandinavian languages, equivalent to English Andrew.
"Anders is a common Swedish first name."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish Anders.

Origin: Norwegian

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Anders” mean?

The word “Anders” means a male given name and surname from Scandinavian languages, equivalent to English Andrew.

How do you use “Anders” in a sentence?

Here is “Anders” used in a sentence: “Anders is a common Swedish first name.”

What part of speech is “Anders”?

“Anders” is a name.

Where does the word “Anders” come from?

The word “Anders” comes from Norwegian. Borrowed from Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish Anders.

Is “Anders” a common word?

“Anders” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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