Angelos
Meaning of Angelos
Angelos is a masculine given name of Greek origin, deriving from the word “angelos,” which means “messenger” or “angel.” Historically embraced in Byzantine and early Christian contexts, the name conveys a sense of spiritual heritage coupled with classical elegance. Pronounced AHN-jeh-lohs (αn.ˈʝe.lo̞s), it carries a concise, fluid rhythm characteristic of Hellenic names. In the United States, Angelos first appeared in Social Security records in the early 20th century—momentarily peaking around the 500th rank—and has since maintained a quietly distinctive presence, typically ranking between 800 and 950 in recent years with fewer than ten newborns annually. This measured popularity reflects a contemporary preference for names that blend cultural depth with under-the-radar individuality.
Pronunciation
Greek
- Pronunced as AHN-jeh-lohs (/αn.ˈʝe.lo̞s/)
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Notable People Named Angelos
| Angelos Charisteas is a Greek former professional footballer who played as a forward. |
| Angelos Sikelianos was a Greek poet and playwright celebrated for exploring Greek history, spirituality and universal harmony. |
| Angelos Terzakis was a Greek writer of the 1930s generation known for his short stories, novels and plays. |
| Angelos Vertzos - Angelis Vertzos is a Greek professional footballer who plays as a centre-back. |
| Angelos Skafidas is a Greek former soccer player and coach who played for Kalamata in the 1960s and 1970s. |
| Angelos Pavlakakis is a retired Greek sprinter known for competing in the 100 meters. |
| Angelos Eleftheriadis is a Greek footballer who plays as a central defender for Hebburn Town. |
| Angelos Zioulis is a Greek footballer who plays as a centre-back for Panthrakikos. |
