Popularity: 2770
Origin: French
Meaning: Follower of a nobleman; With divine protection
Lovers of Old French and Germanic origins will love the charming and respectable name, Ansel. This masculine title means “follower of a nobleman” and derives from the Old German Anselm, meaning “with divine protection” or “God’s helmet.” Many will recognize this title by the legendary American landscape photographer Ansel Adams, an innovative environmentalist who captured breathtaking photos of nature. Ansel is humble, and honorable and will undoubtedly grant baby many favorable first impressions.