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Angel vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Angel Rank #63
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #63 for Angel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Angel or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Angel at #63 in the United States.

What do Angel and John mean?

Angel means "messenger" (Greek origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Angel and John boy or girl names?

Angel is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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