Ansel
Meaning of Ansel
The name Ansel is a distinguished male name with roots in both French and German origins. In French, it is pronounced as AHN-sel, while in German, it takes on the pronunciation of AHN-zel. The English pronunciation is AN-suhl. The name Ansel carries a sense of classic charm and historical depth, often associated with the renowned American photographer Ansel Adams, known for his black-and-white landscape photographs of the American West. Variations of the name include Anselm and Anselmo, which add an additional layer of cultural richness. Despite its vintage appeal, the name Ansel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States over the years but remains a unique choice for parents seeking a timeless yet uncommon name for their child.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as AHN-sel (/ˈɑ̃.sɛl/)
German
- Pronunced as AHN-zel (/ˈan.zl̩/)
English
- Pronunced as AN-suhl (/ænˈsɛl/)
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Notable People Named Ansel
| Ansel Easton Adams was a renowned American landscape photographer and environmentalist, co-founder of Group f/64 and developer of the Zone System for achieving desired photographic prints. |
| Ansel Elgort is an American actor and singer known for his roles in films such as "Carrie," "The Fault in Our Stars," and "The Divergent Series." |
| Ansel Franklin Hall - Ansel F. Hall was an American naturalist who served as the first Chief Naturalist and first Chief Forester of the United States National Park Service. |
| Ansel Elkins is an American poet who won the 2014 Yale Series of Younger Poets Competition and had her collection Blue Yodel published by Yale University Press in 2015. |
