Ángel

Spanish and English
"angel, messenger"

Ángel Origin and Meaning

The name Ángel is a boy's name of Spanish origin.

Ángel is a masculine name with deep Latin roots, directly meaning 'angel' or 'messenger.' This spiritual name appears across numerous cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries where it ranks consistently among popular choices for boys. The accent mark in the Spanish version gives it a distinctive pronunciation emphasis on the first syllable (AHN-hel). The name carries religious significance in Christian traditions, referring to divine messengers and guardians. Beyond its spiritual connotations, Ángel suggests qualities of protection, goodness, and moral virtue. The name's cross-cultural appeal has helped maintain its popularity through generations, appealing to parents seeking a name with both spiritual meaning and international recognition. Its relatively short length combined with rich symbolic meaning contributes to its enduring charm.

Famous People Named Ángel

  • Ángel Di Maria
    Argentine footballer
  • Ángel Cabrera
    Argentine golfer
  • Ángel Domingo López (Ruano)
    Spanish footballer
  • Ángel Valodia Matos (Fuentes)
    Cuban taekwondo athlete
  • Ángel Manuel Pagán
    Puerto Rican baseball player
  • (Luis) Ángel Cereceda Parra
    Chilean singer,songwriter
  • Miguel Ángel Asturias (Rosales)
    Guatemalan poet,diplomat and novelist