Anxo
“gracious, merciful — from Anselmo”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
#1884US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Anxo
an-shaw
/an-shaw/ · · 2 syllables
“gracious, merciful — from Anselmo”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
What does Anxo mean and where does it come from?
Anxo is a diminutive form of the name Anselmo, which has Germanic roots meaning 'divine protection'.
Cultural significance
Anxo is commonly used in Galicia, Spain, and reflects regional naming traditions.
Peak popularity
Reached #1884 in 2015 — currently #1884 in the US.
How else can you spell Anxo?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Anxo?
Anxo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Anxo Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Anxo John
One syllable · timeless choice
Anxo Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Anxo Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Anxo Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Anxo Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Anxo right now?
Holding steady — currently #1884 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Anxo is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Anxo?
ITALIAN
Angelino
MACEDONIAN
Angjelko
SPANISH
Angelino
CROATIAN
AnđaAnđelaAnđelka
What names sound and feel like Anxo?
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How is Anxo written in other languages?
Gender variants of Anxo
Anđa CROATIANAnđela CROATIANAnđelka CROATIANAnděla CZECHAngelika CZECHAngela DUTCHAngelien DUTCHAngelina DUTCHAngelique DUTCHLieke DUTCHAngela ENGLISHAngelia ENGLISHAngelica ENGLISHAngelina ENGLISHAngelle ENGLISHAngie ENGLISHAnjelica ENGLISHLina ENGLISHAngèle FRENCHAngeline FRENCHAngélique FRENCHAngela GERMANAngelika GERMANAngelina GERMANAngeliki GREEKKiki GREEKAngéla HUNGARIANAngyalka HUNGARIANAingeal IRISHAngela ITALIANAngelica ITALIANAngelina ITALIANLina ITALIANAngela LATE ROMANAngelica LITERATUREAngela MACEDONIANAngelina MACEDONIANAndżelika POLISHAngelika POLISHAngelina POLISHAniela POLISHAnielka POLISHÂngela PORTUGUESEAngélica PORTUGUESEAngela ROMANIANAngelica ROMANIANAngela RUSSIANAngelina RUSSIANAnzhela RUSSIANAnzhelina RUSSIANÀnghela SARDINIANAnđa SERBIANAnđela SERBIANAndjela SERBIANAngela SLOVAKAngelika SLOVAKAngela SLOVENEÁngela SPANISHAngélica SPANISHAngelina SPANISHAngelita SPANISH
Common questions about the name Anxo
What does the name Anxo mean?
Anxo means "gracious, merciful — from Anselmo" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Anxo?
Anxo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Anxo?
Anxo originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Anxo a common or rare name?
Anxo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Anxo more of a girl or boy name?
Anxo is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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