Anselma Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Anselma Name at a Glance

Name	Anselma
Meaning	Feminine form of Anseim: Introduced from Germany by 11th century St Anselm, who became Archbishop of Canterbury.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Anselma Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Anselma means “Feminine form of Anseim: Introduced from Germany by 11th century St Anselm, who became Archbishop of Canterbury”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Anselma Name Origin

Our database records Anselma under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Anselma a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Anselma is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Anselma

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