Anjou Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Anjou Name at a Glance

Name	Anjou
Meaning	'Henry VI, Part 1' Reignier, Duke of Anjou, and titular King of Naples.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Anjou Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Anjou means “'Henry VI, Part 1' Reignier, Duke of Anjou, and titular King of Naples”. 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.

Anjou Name Origin

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

Is Anjou a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Anjou

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