Anselmo
BoyItalian/Spanish/Portuguese
Anselmo is a boy name of Italian/Spanish/Portuguese origin meaning "Divine protection".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Italian/Spanish/Portuguese
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Divine protection
Etymology
From Gothic 'ans' (god) and 'helm' (helmet, protection), adapted into Romance languages as Anselmo.
Famous People Named Anselmo
- Anselmo Duarte — Brazilian film director, actor and screenwriter (1920–2009)
- Anselmo Lorenzo — Spanish author
- Anselmo Banduri — Ragusan archaeologist and numismatologist (1675-1743)
- Anselmo Bucci — Italian painter, printmaker and writer (1887-1955)
Frequently Asked Questions About Anselmo
What does the name Anselmo mean?
Anselmo means "Divine protection", and is of Italian/Spanish/Portuguese origin.
What is the origin of the name Anselmo?
Anselmo originates from Italian/Spanish/Portuguese, commonly used in Southern Europe.
Is Anselmo a boy or girl name?
Anselmo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Anselmo associated with?
Anselmo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Anselmo?
Yes — notable people named Anselmo include Anselmo Duarte (Brazilian film director, 1920–2009), Anselmo Lorenzo (Spanish author), Anselmo Banduri (Ragusan archaeologist and numismatologist, 1675-1743) and Anselmo Bucci (Italian painter, 1887-1955).
Last updated: June 2026