Holding steady.
Popularity of Anguel since 1995
Babies named Anguel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 123 |
| 2010s | 59 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Anguel is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995. It reached its peak popularity in 2007 but has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory and no top-state concentration. The name is likely a variant of Angel, possibly influenced by Bulgarian spelling conventions. Parents choosing Anguel often appreciate its resemblance to the more familiar Angel while giving their child a distinctive twist. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 names and is used in very small numbers each year, making it a unique choice.
Anguel appears to be a rare modern name, possibly a variant spelling of Angel influenced by Bulgarian or other Slavic languages where 'u' is used. In Bulgarian, Angel (Ангел) means 'angel', derived from Greek 'angelos'. The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the 1990s, likely as a creative respelling of Angel.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Angel
Sibling names for Anguel
Names that share Anguel's style, for a brother or sister.
