Angel
Greek boy's name meaning “messenger; angel”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- messenger; angel
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #63
- Born in 2023
- 4,890
- Peak year
- 2008 (#36)
Meaning & origin
Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.
Is Angel a Greek name?
Yes — Angel is a Greek name meaning "messenger; angel". Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Angel ranked #63 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 4,890 US boys were given the name Angel.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #36 in 2008
“Unranked” means Angel was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Angel
Angel is spelled A-N-G-E-L — 5 letters and 2 syllables.
Angel: frequently asked questions
What does the name Angel mean?
Angel is a Greek name meaning "messenger; angel". Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.
Where does the name Angel come from?
Angel is of Greek origin. Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.
Is Angel a boy or a girl name?
Angel is used for both. In the latest US data it was given to 589 girls and 4,890 boys — about 11% girls and 89% boys.
How many babies are named Angel?
In 2023, 4,890 US boys were given the name Angel.
Is Angel a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Angel ranked #63 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
How do you spell Angel?
Angel is spelled A-N-G-E-L — 5 letters.
How common is the name Angel?
In 2023, 4,890 US boys were given the name Angel. In the latest US data, Angel ranked #63 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Angel a Greek name?
Yes — Angel is a Greek name meaning "messenger; angel". Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.
What does Angel mean in Greek?
In Greek, Angel means "messenger; angel". Angel comes from the Greek angelos, 'messenger', and is especially popular in Spanish-speaking cultures as Angel.