Anselmo is a masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Latin word 'Ansulmus', which means "from the peaceful hill". This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and was often used in various forms across different languages, such as Anselm in English and Anshelm in German. It is composed of two elements: 'ans' meaning 'god' or 'divine', and 'helm' signifying 'helmet' or 'protection'. Therefore, Anselmo can be interpreted as 'divinely protected' or 'protected by God'. The name has been borne by several notable historical figures, including Saint Anselm of Canterbury, a medieval philosopher, theologian, and archbishop. Today, Anselmo continues to be used as a given name in various countries, particularly in Italy and Spanish-speaking communities.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Anselmo saw its peak popularity between the years 1921 and 1950, with a particularly high number of births occurring in 1949 (30 births) and 1950 (32 births). After this period, there was a significant decrease in the usage of the name Anselmo. From the late 1960s onwards, the number of annual births with this name has consistently been below 30, reaching as low as single digits in recent years (e.g., 8 births in 2023). Overall, from 1907 to 2023, there have been a total of 2723 births named Anselmo.