Anselm Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-selm / ˈæn.sɛlmGerman; Old High German
Meaning
German: 'God's protection'; Old High German: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Anselm is derived from the Germanic elements 'ans' meaning 'god' and 'helm' meaning 'protection'. The name has historical significance in Christian contexts, particularly due to Saint Anselm of Canterbury, a theologian and philosopher in the 11th century. It has been used in various forms throughout Europe, particularly in Germany and Italy. The name has seen periods of popularity in medieval times and has been revived in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
Anselm has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ansel
- Anselmo
International Variants
- Anselmo (Italian)
- Anselm (Dutch)
- Anselme (French)
Famous people named Anselm
Anselm Kiefer is a prominent German painter and sculptor recognized for his large-scale works that explore themes of history and memory.
Fictional characters named Anselm
Anselm is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,' serving as a minor NPC.
Anselm is a character in the novel 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco, representing the intellectual debates of the time.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anselm was first seen in the United States in 1912. Anselm has ranked as high as #1411 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Anselm has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anselm
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |