Anselmi
an-SEL-mee
Anselmi is a boy’s name of Italian origin, meaning “Italian form of Anselm, meaning 'divine helmet', from Germanic roots. It indicates protection.”, and peaked in popularity in 1916.
What Anselmi Means
“Italian form of Anselm, meaning 'divine helmet', from Germanic roots. It indicates protection.”
The Story of Anselmi
This Italian variation of a Germanic classic offers a sophisticated promise of divine protection.
Anselmi is the Italian form of the Germanic name Anselm, carrying the same core meaning derived from 'ans' (god) and 'helm' (helmet, protection), thus 'divine helmet' or 'divine protection'. It reflects a long-standing appreciation for this concept of safeguarding.
For your son, Anselmi suggests an individual of keen intellect and unwavering reliability. It’s a name that evokes a sense of being watched over, someone who naturally offers a protective presence to those around him.
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Peak Year
#5 in 1916
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1916
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