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Anselmo

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Anselmo Pronunciation

Anselmo is pronounced ahn-SEL-moh /ɑnˈsɛl.moʊ/Medium

Meaning: Italian/Spanish form of Anselm — from Germanic ans, 'a god', plus helm, 'helmet, protection' — 'God's protection; divine helmet'Medium

In 30 seconds: God's protection: Anselmo is the Italian/Spanish Anselm — 'divine helmet'. Melodic, classic, and warm (St Anselm).
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Origin HighGerman
MeaningItalian/Spanish form of Anselm — from Germanic ans, 'a god', plus helm, 'helmet, protection' — 'God's protection; divine helmet'
U.S. rank (2024)#5057 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1990
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,742

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199019072024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Anselmo is the Italian and Spanish form of Anselm — from Germanic ans, 'a god', plus helm, 'helmet, protection' — 'God's protection; divine helmet' (St Anselm of Canterbury, the philosopher). A melodic, classic name across Italy, Spain, and Latin America.

In the U.S. it appears in Italian and Latino families. Rare, God's-protection at the root, and melodic.

Did you know? Anselm means 'God's protection; divine helmet' (Germanic ans + helm) — borne by St Anselm of Canterbury, a great medieval philosopher; Anselmo is the melodic Italian and Spanish form.
Overall data confidence 80%
Behind the Name — Anselmo — etymology

Variations

AnselmAnselAnselme

Nicknames

Ansel

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How do you pronounce Anselmo?

Anselmo is pronounced ahn-SEL-moh (/ɑnˈsɛl.moʊ/). Press play above to hear Anselmo said aloud.

How do you say Anselmo?

Anselmo is said ahn-SEL-moh (/ɑnˈsɛl.moʊ/). Press play above to hear Anselmo said aloud.

What does the name Anselmo mean?

Anselmo is the Italian/Spanish Anselm — Germanic 'God's protection; divine helmet'.

Is Anselmo a boy or girl name?

Anselmo is a boy's name.

How popular is Anselmo?

Anselmo is a rare name in the U.S.

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