anchor Emoji

· U+2693 · Emoji 0.6

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What does the anchor emoji mean?

Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 · Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard

A symbol of stability and security, the anchor emoji represents a device used to moor ships, and is often used figuratively to signify a sense of grounding or steadiness in a situation, as well as a connection to the maritime industry or a love of sailing, with slang uses including a representation of a person or thing that provides a sense of comfort or reliability, and is also used to symbolize hope or a steady foundation in a chaotic environment, with its meaning often being used in a positive or reassuring context. The anchor emoji is also used to represent a sense of calmness and serenity. It can also be used to indicate a strong connection to a particular place or community. The anchor emoji is a versatile symbol that can be used in a variety of contexts.

How the anchor emoji is used

In digital communication, the anchor emoji is often used in texting and social media captions to convey a sense of stability or security, particularly in situations where someone is feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, with a tone that is often calming or reassuring, and is popular among users who enjoy sailing or have a strong connection to the ocean, with its use being more prevalent among older generations who have a stronger affinity for nautical symbols, and is also used on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram to add a touch of personality to posts and comments, with its use often being more casual and playful on these platforms.

anchor emoji examples

How to copy the anchor emoji

To use the anchor emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+2693), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.

Also known as

anchor emoji on different platforms

How the anchor emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.

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Twitter / X (Twemoji) design
Twitter / X (Twemoji)
Google Noto Color Emoji design
Google Noto Color Emoji
OpenMoji design
OpenMoji

anchor Emoji Details

Emoji
Nameanchor
CategoryTravel & Places
CodepointsU+2693
Shortcode:anchor:
Emoji version0.6
Unicode version0.6
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anchor Emoji FAQ

What does the anchor emoji mean?

A symbol of stability and security, the anchor emoji represents a device used to moor ships, and is often used figuratively to signify a sense of grounding or steadiness in a situation, as well as a connection to the maritime industry or a love of sailing, with slang uses including a representation of a person or thing that provides a sense of comfort or reliability, and is also used to symbolize hope or a steady foundation in a chaotic environment, with its meaning often being used in a positive or reassuring context. The anchor emoji is also used to represent a sense of calmness and serenity.

How do I copy and paste the anchor emoji?

Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ⚓ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.

What is the anchor emoji Unicode codepoint?

It is U+2693, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :anchor:.

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