Angelo is an Italian baby boy’s name that means “angel, messenger”. Angelo has remained consistently popular since 1900, ranking in the 200-400 range for nearly the entire century. Despite consistent popularity, Angelo manages not to sound dated or old fashioned.

Meaning of the name Angelo:

Italian: angel, messenger

Origin of the name Angelo:

Angelo is an Italian baby boy’s name that means “angel, messenger”. Angelo comes from the Latin name Angelus and the Latin term “angelos”.

Symbolism of the name Angelo:

Angelo as a name refers to angels. Angels are the servants and messengers of God in the Hebrew Bible. Angels are symbols of guidance, protection, knowledge, and wisdom.

Style of the name Angelo:

traditional

Gender of the name Angelo:

Angelo is a boy's name.

Pronunciation of the name Angelo:

ANG-jeh-lo

Number of syllables in the name Angelo:

three

Emotion evoked from the name Angelo:

Angelo evokes feelings of honor and beauty.

Alternative spellings for the name Angelo:

Angielo, Anghelo, Engelo

Nicknames for the name Angelo:

Popularity of the name Angelo:

According to the Social Security Administration, Angelo is a popular boy’s name. Angelo has been in the top 1000 baby names since 1900 and has remained consistently popular.

Related names for the name Angelo:

Great middle names for the name Angelo and their meanings:

Famous people with the name Angelo:

  • Angelo Badalamenti (American film composer)
  • Angelo F. Taylor (American Olympic hurdler)
  • Angelo John Poffo (American pro wrestler)
  • Angelo Dundee (American boxing trainer)
  • Angelo Mosca (American CFL player and pro wrestler)

Angelo in popular culture:

  • Angelo Sorrento (television, “Switched at Birth”)
  • Angelo (television, “The Pretender”)
  • Angelo Esposito (film, “The Flyboys”)
  • Angelo (video game, “Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King”)
  • Angelo Lagusa (television, “91 Days”)