"messenger"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Angel
Pronunciation: [ AYNJ-uhl ]
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A heavenly name meaning divine messenger
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"divine messenger"
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The Story of Angel
Angel comes from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning messenger, which translated the Hebrew 'mal'akh' (messenger of God). The Latin form 'angelus' spread throughout Christendom. While traditionally a male name in English, Angel became popular as a female name in Spanish-speaking cultures, and in the US has been primarily given to girls since the 1970s.
Angel peaked in the US in the late 1990s and early 2000s, partly influenced by the Buffy the Vampire Slayer spinoff Angel (1999-2004). It remains consistently popular in Hispanic communities across the Americas.
In Spanish-speaking cultures, Angel is a common name for both genders. The name carries profound religious significance across Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, where angels are divine intermediaries between God and humanity.
Historical Record
Angel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 98,912 babies have been named Angel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Angel is past its peak , currently ranked #499 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Angel is a top-20 baby name in several Spanish-speaking countries
- The word angel has been used in English since at least the 9th century, derived from Latin angelus
Angel in Other Languages
Greek
Άγγελος
Arabic
أنجيل
Italian
Angelo
Russian
Ангел
Spanish
Ángel
Popularity Over Time
#499
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #499
- Total SSA Count
- 613
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish English Latin American Filipino American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Angie
Ange
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Frequently Asked Questions About Angel
What does the name Angel mean?
"messenger" (from Greek). "divine messenger" (from Latin). Angel comes from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning messenger, which translated the Hebrew 'mal'akh' (messenger of God). The Latin form 'angelus' spread throughout Christendom. While traditionally a male name in English, Angel became popular as a female name in Spanish-speaking cultures, and in the US has been primarily given to girls since the 1970s.
What is the origin of the name Angel?
Angel has Greek, Latin, Spanish, English, Latin American, Filipino, and American origins. In Greek, it means "messenger". In Latin, it means "divine messenger".
Is Angel a boy or girl name?
Angel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #499. As a boy name, it is ranked #63. Angel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Angel?
Angel is pronounced AYNJ-uhl.
How popular is the name Angel?
Angel is currently ranked #499 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Angel?
Common nicknames for Angel include Angie and Ange.
What are good middle names for Angel?
Popular middle name pairings include Angel Marie, Angel Rose, Angel Grace, Angel Faith, Angel Mae, Angel Isabel, and Angel Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Angel?
Names that pair well with Angel as siblings include Gabriel, Rafael, Seraphina, Eden, Harmony, Michael, and Faith.
How many syllables does Angel have?
Angel has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Angel a common or rare name?
Angel is a popular name, ranked #499 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Angel
Angel is a girl name with Spanish, English, Latin American, Filipino, and American origins . The name means "messenger" in Greek .
Is Angel a boy or girl name? Angel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #499 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #63. Angel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Angel is currently ranked #499 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Angel has 2 syllables and is pronounced AYNJ-uhl, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Angel include Angie and Ange. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Angel include Angela, Angelina, Angelica, Angelique, Angeline . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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