Anselmo
an-SEL-moh
Boy · German
Meaning: With divine protection, god's protection
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Ansel
Boy · German · Medium name
- Meaning
- With divine protection, god's protection
- Pronunciation
- AN-sul
- Origin
- German
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
From Germanic meaning with divine protection or god's helmet.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
ClassicVintageSoft and gentle
Languages in use: German, English
Commonly used in: United States, Germany, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
AncelFrench
French form.
Cultural associations
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Ansel Adams
1902–1984
American landscape photographer and environmentalist.
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Behind the Name, German Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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