Angel

At a Glance: Name: Angel – Meaning: messenger (source of 'angel') – Origin: Greek (via Latin Angelus) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: AYN-jul

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Angel is a neutral name with a clear meaning: messenger, from the Greek by way of the Latin Angelus. It's pronounced AYN-jul, and Social Security records for it stretch back to 1888, making it a genuinely classic entry in the naming data. It has a worldly, romantic, storybook feel, fitting a name that's simple and familiar while carrying real weight in its origin story.

Meaning & Origin of Angel

Meaning: Messenger (source of 'angel').

Origin: Greek (via Latin Angelus).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Angel

Phonetic: AYN-jul   IPA: /ˈeɪndʒəl/

Popularity of Angel

Angel peaked at #31 in 2006, when 11,602 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #63, with 4,964 babies receiving it that year — still solidly in use, just well off its high point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1888–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Angel mean?

Messenger (source of ‘angel’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Angel)

How do you pronounce Angel?

Angel is pronounced AYN-jul (IPA: /ˈeɪndʒəl/).

Is Angel a popular name right now?

Angel peaked at #31 in 2006 and is ranked #63 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1888–2024.)

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