Girl name
Angel name meaning
“angel, messenger”
Angel is a feminine name meaning 'angel' or 'messenger'. It comes from the word for an angel in European languages, ultimately rooted in Greek angelos, meaning 'messenger'. Its use as a given name is associated with the image of angels in Christian tradition.
What does Angel mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Angel
The name comes from the European word for an angel, ultimately Greek angelos, 'messenger'. Its use as a name is associated with angels in Christian tradition.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Angel
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Angel, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Jovita: associated with the god Jupiter
- Kristin: follower of Christ
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Meaning of each word
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Tineke: follower of Christ
- Esterina: star
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Angel Victoria
Meaning of each word
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Victoria: victory, triumph over an opponent
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Meaning of each word
- Sisilia: blind; a form of Cecilia
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Vera: faith or belief
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Angel Sharon
Meaning of each word
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Sharon: plain, tract of level land
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Meaning of each word
- Angel: angel, messenger
- Giovani: God has been gracious
- Pia: pious, devoted
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How to pronounce Angel
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦔꦺꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮍᮨᮜ᮪ |
Is Angel a girl’s name?
Yes, Angel is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 11% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Angel ranks #1,009 among girl names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Angel
Names with related meanings
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Endang♂♀Female ascetic
- Wahyuni♀Revelation, divine message
- Aulia♂♀Protectors, close allies, or saints
- Sukma♂♀Soul, spirit of life
- Nurjanah♀Light of paradise
- Hidayah♀Guidance toward the right path
- Jannah♀Garden, heavenly paradise
- Paramita♀Perfection of virtue
- Zen♂♀Meditation, mental concentration
- Wahyuningsih♀Revelation of love
- Hapsari♀Celestial maiden, heavenly woman
Famous people named Angel
- Angel Karamoy · b. 1987
- Angel Lelga · b. 1977
- Angel Ibrahim · b. 1969
- Angel Gabriella Yus · b. 2001
- Angel Paff
- Angel Sianturi · b. 2006
- Angel Lelga · b. 1981
FAQ about the name Angel
What is the meaning of Angel?
Angel means angel, messenger. The name comes from the European word for an angel, ultimately Greek angelos, 'messenger'. Its use as a name is associated with angels in Christian tradition.
Is Angel a girl’s name?
Yes, Angel is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 11% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Angel?
Angel is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Angel have?
Angel has 2 syllables (A-ngel) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Angel?
Angel ranks #1,009 among girl names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Angel?
Some ideas: Angel Jovita Kristin; Angel Tineke Esterina; Angel Victoria.
Famous people named Angel?
Notable people named Angel include Angel Karamoy, Angel Lelga, Angel Ibrahim.
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