Angel - girls name

Angel name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 93%

Angel name meaning:

The name "Angel" is derived from the Greek word "angelos" which means "messenger" or "messenger of God." It is primarily used as a name for boys in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name Angel has several significant meanings attached to it. Firstly, it can be associated with spirituality and divine intervention, as angels are traditionally seen as celestial beings who act as messengers between God and humans. Therefore, naming a boy Angel can signify the hope for him to possess angelic qualities such as being a protector, messenger, or a guiding light in the lives of others.

Additionally, the name Angel can also symbolize purity, innocence, and goodness. It represents the idea of a person who is kind-hearted, gentle, and compassionate. The name can also carry connotations of beauty and grace. Choosing the name Angel for a boy may suggest the desire for him to embody these positive qualities and to bring joy and peace to those around him.

Overall, the name Angel for a boy holds deep spiritual and symbolic meanings. It represents the hope for him to possess angelic qualities, serve as a bridge between the divine and the earthly, and bring goodness and beauty into the world.

Origin: Greek

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Categories

Unisex names, Christmas names

Related names

Angel , Angelique , Angie

Other girls names beginning with A

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 389 out of 5581

115 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -266
  • 5yrs

    -96
  • 1yr

    10

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (396)

Historical popularity of Angel

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Angel from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Angel in 2024