Ansel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-sel / ˈæn.səlGerman; Hebrew
Meaning
German: 'God's protection'; Hebrew: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ansel has roots in both German and Hebrew cultures. In German, it is derived from the elements 'ans' meaning 'god' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection'. The Hebrew interpretation emphasizes nobility. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with figures in religious and cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Ansel has seen a modest resurgence in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anselm
International Variants
- Anselmo (Italian)
- Anselm (German)
Famous people named Ansel
Ansel Adams was an American photographer and environmentalist, known for his black-and-white landscape photographs of the American West.
Ansel Elgort is an American actor and musician, recognized for his roles in films such as 'The Fault in Our Stars' and 'Baby Driver'.
Ansel P. Adams was a prominent American photographer and environmentalist, celebrated for his iconic images of the American landscape.
Fictional characters named Ansel
Ansel is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for his role as a painter.
Ansel is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', recognized for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ansel was first seen in the United States in 1882. Ansel has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, South Carolina, New York, Texas, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Ansel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ansel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 30 | |
| TX | 13 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| WI | 5 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 13 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 22 |
| 1913 | 32 |
| 1914 | 30 |
| 1915 | 42 |
| 1916 | 49 |
| 1917 | 39 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 46 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 40 |
| 1922 | 47 |
| 1923 | 51 |
| 1924 | 40 |
| 1925 | 44 |
| 1926 | 35 |
| 1927 | 33 |
| 1928 | 37 |
| 1929 | 24 |
| 1930 | 37 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 21 |
| 1933 | 31 |
| 1934 | 31 |
| 1935 | 19 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 22 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 22 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 70 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 63 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 75 |
| 2011 | 75 |
| 2012 | 69 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2014 | 109 |
| 2015 | 158 |
| 2016 | 160 |
| 2017 | 148 |
| 2018 | 171 |
| 2019 | 137 |
| 2020 | 163 |
| 2021 | 157 |
| 2022 | 146 |
| 2023 | 166 |
| 2024 | 152 |