Angel
Angel is derived from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' and has strong religious significance across cultures. Popular in Spanish-speaking communities, it carries connotations of divine protection and spiritual guidance.
Current Popularity
#63 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Pronunciation varies by culture: 'AYN-jel' in English, 'AHN-hel' in Spanish
- •Common in Latino communities but used across many cultures
- •Easy to spell and universally recognized
- •May face occasional gender confusion in English-speaking countries
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Statistics
261,068
Total births since 1880
2006
Peak year
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