Ansel
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ansel
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Ansel is regarded as the English variant of Anselm. Its direct translation is 'the protection of God', 'the protected by the gods', or simply 'the safeguarded by God'.
What does the name Ansel mean?
Ansel is the English form of Anselm. The meaning can be described as 'the protection of God', 'the protected by the gods', or 'the safeguarded by God'. The name derives from two Old High German words: ans, which means 'the Ase', 'the god', or 'the deity', and helm, which stands for 'the helmet', 'the covering', or 'the protection'. The name gained recognition through the veneration of Saint Anselm of Canterbury. Other variants include Anthelm, Anshelm, Ancel, and Ancelm.
Where does the name Ansel come from?
The name Ansel has Old High German roots and carries the meaning 'the protection of God'.
How do you pronounce Ansel?
The pronunciation of Ansel is clear and two-syllable. It is pronounced as 'An-sel' [ˈanzəl], with the name beginning with a gentle nasal sound, conveying a pleasant closeness. The consonant cluster in the middle creates a light yet distinct structure. The softened '-sel' at the end sounds matter-of-fact and calm. Ansel thus appears down-to-earth and classic - unobtrusive, clear, and harmoniously designed.
When is the name day of Ansel?
The name day for Ansel is celebrated on April 21.
Popularity
In Germany, Ansel is considered a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2015 with position 2,136. In the last ten years, Ansel has been given as a first name about 70 times, placing it 2,991st for the decade. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,612th.
Famous people
- Ansel Adams (photographer)
- Ansel Briggs (American politician)
- Ansel Easton Adams (American photographer)
- Ansel Elgort (actor from the USA)
- Ansel Galimov (Russian ice hockey player)
- Ansel Krut (painter from South Africa)
- Ansel Sterling (American politician)
- Ansel T. Walling (politician in the U.S. House of Representatives)
- Ansel Watrous (editor)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ansel
What does the name Ansel mean?
Ansel means 'the protection of God' and is composed of the Old High German words for 'God' and 'protection'.
Where does the name Ansel come from?
The name Ansel has Old High German roots and is primarily common in English-speaking countries.
How popular is the name Ansel?
Ansel has gained popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries, where it is appreciated as a classic and timeless name.