Holding steady, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Anyelo since 2005
Babies named Anyelo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 54 |
Meaning & origin
Anyelo is a phonetic Spanish variant of Ángel, first recorded in the U.S. in 2005. As of 2025, it ranks 6,446th in popularity, with an incidence of about 1 in 131,390. Its peak year so far is 2025, and its trajectory is stable. The name is primarily used in Florida, reflecting its Hispanic influence. This spelling avoids the accented Ángel, appealing to parents seeking a familiar yet distinctive choice.
Anyelo is a phonetic Spanish respelling of Ángel, itself from the Greek angelos meaning 'messenger'. This spelling likely emerged in Latin American communities, particularly among Spanish speakers in the United States, as a way to simplify the accented form. It has been in use since the early 2000s, reflecting a trend of creative respellings.
Where Anyelo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Any, Yelo
Sibling names for Anyelo
Names that share Anyelo's style, for a brother or sister.
