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  ANGEL

The meaning of the unisex name Angel is ANGEL.

Details on ANGEL:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Angel
Popularity for Boy:
103rd in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
995th in the USA (top 5%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

4,964 births
ANGEL as a BOY in 2024
613 births
ANGEL as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of ANGEL:

The name Angel is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Angel is: Angel.
Spanish meaning
The name Angel is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Angel is: Angel.
American meaning
The name Angel is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Angel is: Messenger or angel. A popular masculine name in Sicily after the 13th-century saint, Angel. Angel Clare is the hero of Thomas Hardy's novel 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles'.
Greek meaning
The name Angel is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Angel is: Messenger. Biblical name for spirit messengers God sends men.
Latin meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for ANGEL:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ANGEL

 ANGEL as a boy

YearBoy Births
20244964 births
20234890 births
20225098 births
20214716 births
20204524 births
20194914 births
20185064 births
20175240 births
20165541 births
20156092 births
20146301 births
20136362 births
20127019 births
20117529 births
20108768 births
20099846 births

 ANGEL as a girl

YearGirl Births
2024613 births
2023589 births
2022605 births
2021651 births
2020700 births
2019786 births
2018855 births
2017917 births
20161007 births
20151115 births
20141198 births
20131220 births
20121399 births
20111475 births
20101607 births
20091880 births

About the name ANGEL

The name "Angel," derived from the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger," carries with it a sense of ethereal grace and divine presence. Traditionally associated with celestial beings in various religious texts, Angels symbolize guidance, protection, and hope, embodying the essence of love and comfort in times of need. This name is cherished across cultures, appearing in various forms like "Ángel" in Spanish-speaking countries, where it is often used for both boys and girls, and "Angela" in English and Italian-speaking regions, reflecting femininity and strength. Its popularity can be found in diverse geographies, from the warm, sun-kissed streets of Latin America to the bustling cities of the United States and Europe, where it resonates with parents seeking a name that evokes both spiritual significance and a sense of serenity. As you consider this lovely name for your child, envision a world where they carry the light of a messenger, illuminating lives with kindness and compassion.

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