Angelo
Angelo is a Christian boy name of Italian, from Greek origin, meaning “Angel, messenger”.
| Meaning | Angel, messenger |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Italian, from Greek |
| Pronunciation | AN-juh-loh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Philippines, United States, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Angelo
Angelo is the Italian form of Angelus, from the Greek angelos, messenger, the word used for angels in the Bible. It has been a common Italian name since the Middle Ages and spread wherever Italians emigrated. The artist Michelangelo combined it with Michele, the archangel Michael. Pope John XXIII was born Angelo Roncalli. The name is also used in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking communities.
Is Angelo a Christian name?
Angelo is a Christian name honouring God's angels. It is especially associated with Catholic Italy.
How popular is Angelo?
A traditional Italian name, also well used in the Philippines and among Italian-Americans.
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Spellings and variants of Angelo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Angelo mean?
Angelo means 'Angel, messenger'. It is of Italian, from Greek origin.
Is Angelo a Christian name?
Angelo is a Christian name honouring God's angels. It is especially associated with Catholic Italy.
How do you pronounce Angelo?
Angelo is pronounced AN-juh-loh.
Is Angelo a boy or girl name?
Angelo is usually a boy name.