Anjel
Anjel is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Messenger or heavenly messenger.
Origin and history
Anjel is a variant spelling of Angel, rooted in the Greek word 'angelos'. It translates to 'messenger' or 'heavenly messenger'. In the United States, it is an uncommon choice used primarily for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,188 babies in the United States have been named Anjel since 1880. It ranks #3508 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- CA (58.1 %)
- TX (38 %)
- GA (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 41 |
| 1980-1990 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 194 |
| 2000-2010 | 500 |
| 2010-2019 | 297 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Fun facts
- Anjel serves as a phonetic alternative to the classic name Angel.
- The name ultimately derives from the ancient Greek word 'angelos', referring to a divine envoy.