"of the angel, messenger of God"
Origin: Italian/Greek
Language: English
Deangelo
Pronunciation: [ d-uhngg-EHL-oh ]
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"from the angel clan"
Origin: Italian
Language: Italian
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The Story of Deangelo
DeAngelo combines the Italian preposition de (of/from) with Angelo, which derives from the Greek angelos meaning messenger or angel. The De- prefix construction was common in Italian surnames and first names, indicating origin or descent. In America, it became particularly popular as a given name in African American communities in the late 20th century.
DeAngelo peaked in the US during the 1980s-90s, part of a broader trend of elaborate, Italian-influenced names in African American communities. R&B singer D'Angelo helped maintain the name's cultural cachet through the 1990s.
The name reflects the intersection of Italian Catholic naming traditions with American Black cultural creativity. It carries both religious significance through the angel connection and a distinctive, memorable sound.
Historical Record
Deangelo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 12,179 babies have been named Deangelo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deangelo is past its peak , currently ranked #1,738 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- R&B artist D'Angelo helped make the name synonymous with soulful music in the 1990s
- The De- prefix in Italian names traditionally indicated nobility or place of origin
Deangelo in Other Languages
French
De Angelo
Italian
De Angelo
Spanish
DeAngelo
Portuguese
DeAngelo
Popularity Over Time
#1,738
Current Rank
Peaked 1989
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Deangelo
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DeAngelo Williams
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1983
NFL running back who played for the Carolina Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers
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D'Angelo
Musician
1974
American neo-soul singer born Michael Archer, known for albums Brown Sugar and Voodoo
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,738
- Total SSA Count
- 95
- Cultural Origins
- Italian-American African American American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
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Angelo
Dee
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Deangelo is also used as a girl name, ranked #22468.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deangelo
What does the name Deangelo mean?
"of the angel, messenger of God" (from Italian/Greek). "from the angel clan" (from Italian). DeAngelo combines the Italian preposition de (of/from) with Angelo, which derives from the Greek angelos meaning messenger or angel. The De- prefix construction was common in Italian surnames and first names, indicating origin or descent. In America, it became particularly popular as a given name in African American communities in the late 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Deangelo?
Deangelo has Italian/Greek, Italian, Italian-American, African American, and American origins. In Italian/Greek, it means "of the angel, messenger of God". In Italian, it means "from the angel clan".
Is Deangelo a boy or girl name?
Deangelo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1738. As a girl name, it is ranked #22468. Deangelo is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Deangelo?
Deangelo is pronounced d-uhngg-EHL-oh.
How popular is the name Deangelo?
Deangelo is currently ranked #1738 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Deangelo?
Common nicknames for Deangelo include Angelo and Dee.
What are good middle names for Deangelo?
Popular middle name pairings include Deangelo James, Deangelo Ray, Deangelo Antonio, Deangelo Marcus, Deangelo Xavier, and Deangelo Lee.
What are good sibling names for Deangelo?
Names that pair well with Deangelo as siblings include Marcus, Antonio, Destiny, Jasmine, Xavier, and Dominique.
How many syllables does Deangelo have?
Deangelo has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Deangelo a common or rare name?
Deangelo is an uncommon name, ranked #1738 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Deangelo
Deangelo is a boy name with Italian-American, African American, and American origins . The name means "of the angel, messenger of God" in Italian/Greek .
Is Deangelo a boy or girl name? Deangelo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,738 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #22,468. Deangelo is more commonly used as a boy name.
Deangelo is currently ranked #1,738 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Deangelo has 4 syllables and is pronounced d-uhngg-EHL-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Deangelo include D, Angelo, and Dee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Deangelo include Dean, Deandre, Deanthony . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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