gender neutral
Angel
messenger
About Angel
Pure sweetness and gentle optimism radiate from Angel, a name that carries hopeful symbolism and endearing warmth. Traditionally associated with celestial beings and goodness, Angel brings positive connotations that most parents find appealing. The name works beautifully across various cultural contexts, particularly resonant in Hispanic communities while remaining accessible everywhere. Angel's straightforward spelling and pronunciation eliminate confusion, making it practical alongside its emotional appeal. For daughters, Angel feels particularly tender and affectionate, suggesting kindness, compassion, and light. The name's spiritual undertones need not be overtly religious, simply representing the blessing a child brings to their family. Angel manages to be both delicate and substantial, sweet without being saccharine. Its single-word simplicity makes it memorable and easy to love.
Popularity of the Name Angel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | #902 | ||||
| 1957 | #845 | ||||
| 1958 | #716 | ||||
| 1959 | #682 | ||||
| 1960 | #610 | ||||
| 1961 | #395 | ||||
| 1962 | #453 | ||||
| 1963 | #476 | ||||
| 1964 | #472 | ||||
| 1965 | #474 | ||||
| 1966 | #446 | ||||
| 1967 | #475 | ||||
| 1968 | #416 | ||||
| 1969 | #360 | ||||
| 1970 | #270 | ||||
| 1971 | #201 | ||||
| 1972 | #145 | ||||
| 1973 | #152 | ||||
| 1974 | #183 | ||||
| 1975 | #166 | ||||
| 1976 | #156 | ||||
| 1977 | #133 | ||||
| 1978 | #141 | ||||
| 1979 | #164 | ||||
| 1980 | #169 | ||||
| 1981 | #157 | #331 | |||
| 1982 | #166 | ||||
| 1983 | #174 | ||||
| 1984 | #162 | ||||
| 1985 | #161 | ||||
| 1986 | #171 | ||||
| 1987 | #192 | ||||
| 1988 | #166 | ||||
| 1989 | #167 | ||||
| 1990 | #174 | #398 | |||
| 1991 | #159 | #312 | #346 | ||
| 1992 | #180 | #416 | |||
| 1993 | #178 | #270 | #402 | ||
| 1994 | #176 | #237 | #401 | ||
| 1995 | #175 | #224 | #288 | ||
| 1996 | #162 | #168 | #272 | ||
| 1997 | #144 | #299 | #104 | #441 | #245 |
| 1998 | #138 | #239 | #70 | #271 | #232 |
| 1999 | #121 | #192 | #77 | #255 | #227 |
| 2000 | #119 | #157 | #57 | #180 | #233 |
| 2001 | #104 | #135 | #69 | #278 | #198 |
| 2002 | #109 | #154 | #62 | #218 | #179 |
| 2003 | #119 | #127 | #69 | #191 | #210 |
| 2004 | #127 | #144 | #58 | #222 | #244 |
| 2005 | #143 | #125 | #66 | #178 | #219 |
| 2006 | #159 | #118 | #65 | #286 | #235 |
| 2007 | #152 | #107 | #72 | #177 | #197 |
| 2008 | #159 | #114 | #78 | #260 | #250 |
| 2009 | #177 | #119 | #217 | #254 | #275 |
| 2010 | #193 | #136 | #121 | #278 | #245 |
| 2011 | #212 | #126 | #91 | #215 | #287 |
| 2012 | #226 | #151 | #155 | #338 | #268 |
| 2013 | #263 | #184 | #126 | #265 | #266 |
| 2014 | #274 | #204 | #121 | #336 | #368 |
| 2015 | #284 | #237 | #160 | #402 | #369 |
| 2016 | #321 | #299 | #230 | #448 | #386 |
| 2017 | #348 | #335 | #146 | #479 | #360 |
| 2018 | #369 | #333 | #191 | #617 | #428 |
| 2019 | #393 | #383 | #188 | #453 | #441 |
| 2020 | #436 | #408 | #234 | #482 | #464 |
| 2021 | #482 | #394 | #215 | #855 | #597 |
| 2022 | #515 | #438 | #391 | #553 | |
| 2023 | #515 | #434 | #163 | #398 | #463 |
| 2024 | #496 | #462 | #349 | #498 | #661 |
| 2025 | #546 | #441 | #227 | #437 | #652 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Angel
Names Similar to Angel
Nicknames for Angel
- Angie
- Gel
- Ange
- Angi
- Gelly
Famous People Named Angel
| Angel Haze | American rapper and lyricist |
| Angel Olsen | Indie folk singer-songwriter with critical acclaim |
Characters Named Angel
| Angel Face | A character from Chuck Palahniuk's novel "Fight Club" |
| Angel Dust | A character from the movie "Deadpool" |
| Angel Salvadore | A Marvel Comics character |