Ansen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-sen / ˈæn.sənEnglish; Scandinavian
Meaning
English: son of Anselm; Scandinavian: divine protection
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ansen is derived from the Old English name Anselm, which means 'divine protection.' It has roots in both English and Scandinavian cultures. The name has been used historically in various forms, often associated with nobility and religious figures. Ansen is less common than its variants but has gained some popularity in modern times.
Trend Summary
Ansen has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Anson
International Variants
- Ansel (German)
- Anselmo (Italian)
- Anshelm (Old Norse)
Famous people named Ansen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ansen was first seen in the United States in 1977. Ansen has ranked as high as #1379 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ansen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ansen
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 15 |