Declining since 2004, #3,577 for girls today.
Popularity of Angeles since 1932
Babies named Angeles per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 17 |
| 1950s | 56 |
| 1960s | 88 |
| 1970s | 91 |
| 1980s | 118 |
| 1990s | 620 |
| 2000s | 1,619 |
| 2010s | 550 |
| 2020s | 256 |
Meaning & origin
Angeles is a Spanish name directly meaning 'angels,' most commonly associated with the Virgin Mary as 'María de los Ángeles.' First recorded in U.S. data in 1932, it had its peak year in 2003, and has been steadily falling since 2004. In 2025 it ranked 3,577, meaning roughly 1 in 38,268 girls received the name. The name is most prevalent in states with large Hispanic populations, such as Illinois, California, and Texas. Its usage reflects cultural and religious traditions within Spanish-speaking communities.
Angeles originates from the Spanish word 'ángeles,' meaning angels. It is often used in reference to the Virgin Mary as 'María de los Ángeles' (Mary of the Angels), making it a name with deep Marian devotion in Spanish-speaking cultures. As a given name, it became popular in the 20th century, particularly in Spain and Latin America.
Where Angeles is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Angy, Angie, Leles
Sibling names for Angeles
Names that share Angeles's style, for a brother or sister.
