Boy Name
Anselm
"From Germanic elements meaning 'divine helmet' or 'god's protector.' Conveys spiritual protection."
Ranked #9939 for boys
About the Name Anselm
Meaning
From Germanic elements meaning 'divine helmet' or 'god's protector.' Conveys spiritual protection.
Origin
GermanicGender
Boy
First Letter
ABoy Rank
#9939
Anselm is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "From Germanic elements meaning 'divine helmet' or 'god's protector.' Conveys spiritual protection." and Currently ranked #9939 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with A or explore other Germanic names.
Popularity Over Time
#14 1950
-- 1960
#8 1970
#5 1980
#6 1990
#42 2000
#73 2010
#40 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Anselm
- SA Saint Anselm (medieval philosopher)
- AF Anselm Feuerbach (painter)