Angeles Girl

Popularity: #906 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-he-les /ˈæn.ɡə.lɛs/

Origin: Spanish; Latin

Meaning: Spanish: 'angels'; Latin: 'messengers'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Angeles has its roots in the Latin word "angelus," which means "messenger" and is derived from the Greek "angelos" of the same meaning. This term is closely associated with the concept of angels in Christian theology, where angels are seen as divine messengers of God.

The name was adopted into various languages, including Spanish, where it became a feminine form, "Ángeles," often used in reference to the archangels or as a title for the Virgin Mary, particularly in the context of the Feast of the Guardian Angels celebrated in the Catholic tradition since the 17th century. Historically, the name has been linked to significant religious figures and events.

In the Christian tradition, angels play a crucial role in biblical narratives, appearing to key figures such as Mary during the Annunciation and the shepherds at the Nativity. The name Angeles, therefore, carries connotations of purity, protection, and divine guidance, resonating deeply within the cultural and religious fabric of societies influenced by Christianity.

The name's usage in literature and art, particularly during the Renaissance, further solidified its association with divine beauty and grace. Culturally, the name Angeles is often celebrated in various Hispanic traditions, where it is not only a given name but also a symbol of faith and spirituality.

The diminutive form "Angelita" is sometimes used affectionately, reflecting the name's connection to angelic qualities. The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong religious significance and the positive attributes associated with angels, such as hope, love, and protection, which have made it a cherished choice across generations.

Famous people named Angeles

In this section, you will find notable people named Angeles. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Angeles who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Angeles who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Angeles Mastretta is a novelist best known for Arráncame la Vida, Mal de Amores, and La Emperatriz de la Soledad.

Angeles Alvarado is a singer best known for her work with the group Los Angeles Azules.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Angeles, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

AngelicaGabrielaIsabellaMarianaSofiaValentina

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Angeles. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AngelAngelineAngeliqueAnabellaAnyaAureliaArianaAlessandra

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Angeles was first seen in the United States in 1932.

Angeles has ranked as high as #1618 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Angeles has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Angeles is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Angeles was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Angeles.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 42 0 42
2024 46 0 46
2023 39 0 39
2022 38 0 38
2021 50 6 44
2020 47 0 47
2019 46 6 40
2018 38 0 38
2017 42 0 42
2016 40 0 40
2015 40 0 40
2014 60 5 55
2013 53 0 53
2012 75 0 75
2011 70 0 70
2010 97 0 97
2009 109 0 109
2008 137 8 129
2007 139 0 139
2006 186 0 186
2005 190 10 180
2004 253 8 245
2003 258 5 253
2002 156 7 149
2001 129 9 120
2000 115 6 109
1999 115 0 115
1998 163 7 156
1997 75 0 75
1996 47 0 47
1995 53 0 53
1994 39 0 39
1993 48 0 48
1992 38 0 38
1991 28 0 28
1990 21 0 21
1989 17 0 17
1988 11 0 11
1987 8 0 8
1986 17 0 17
1985 13 0 13
1984 8 0 8
1983 14 0 14
1982 8 0 8
1981 10 0 10
1980 12 0 12
1979 10 0 10
1978 11 0 11
1976 9 0 9
1975 8 0 8
1974 12 0 12
1973 9 0 9
1972 13 0 13
1971 11 0 11
1970 8 0 8
1969 12 0 12
1967 12 0 12
1966 8 0 8
1965 16 0 16
1964 7 0 7
1963 10 0 10
1962 5 0 5
1961 9 0 9
1960 9 0 9
1958 12 0 12
1957 8 0 8
1956 10 0 10
1955 9 0 9
1953 7 0 7
1952 5 0 5
1951 5 0 5
1948 6 0 6
1947 6 0 6
1940 5 0 5
1932 6 0 6

Top States for Angeles (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 8
53%
CA 7
47%