Day of Saint Anselm, April 21. Names for children

Anselm is a name for a child of Germanic origin that means "the protege of God", so it is a name loaded with good star and positivity. Although it is not one of the most frequent names, Anselmo enjoys great prestige due to its long tradition, and it is not at all antiquated. He celebrates his name d

Anselm is a name for a child of Germanic origin that means "the protege of God", so it is a name loaded with good star and positivity.

Although it is not one of the most frequent names, Anselmo enjoys great prestige due to its long tradition, and it is not at all antiquated. He celebrates his name day on April 21, which is the day of Saint Anselm.

Curiosities about the name Anselmo

Because of the meaning of his name, Anselmo has a determined and energetic character, since good luck usually accompanies him. In addition, Anselmo stands out for his alert intelligence and sympathy, which makes him the true protagonist in social relations. His restless spirit lead him to undertake the most varied projects, but he always keeps in mind the protection and security of his family.

The name Anselmo is known throughout the world, although in no case is it a frequent name. Used formerly by the influence of the German nobility, the name was losing popularity, but maintaining at all times its burden of dignity and greatness. For that reason, it can be the perfect name for your child if what you like is to revitalize names of always that they are not eccentric.

If something we can highlight the name of your child is its close relationship with the greatest intellectuals of all times. Thus we meet the theologian Anselm de Havelger, the chronicler Anselm of Liège, the historian Anselm of Saint Remy, Anselm de Laon, known as "the doctor of the doctors" and Anselm of Parma, a full-fledged Renaissance man who cultivated many fields of interest.

The name of your son also reminds us of a story of former Nobel Prize winner Camilo José Cela, "Don Anselmo", but if there is a personality that attracts us because it is surrounded by legend, it is Anselmo Lorenzo, who was one of the anarchist pioneers, who was known as "the grandfather of Spanish anarchism".

To know the origin and meaning of other names that celebrate their saint in the month of April, consult our calendar of the names of saints in April. You will find all the curiosities related to the name and date of your name day.

And also, we have the most complete guide of names for babies of boys and girls. Here you will find all the names for babies arranged alphabetically to know their origin and meaning.

Laura Sánchez. Collaborator of Guiainfantil.com