Anjel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anjel has its roots in Latin, meaning 'messenger.' It evolved from historical forms like Angelus and Angele. The name is commonly associated with divine beings and gained popularity as a modern variant in recent decades. It is perceived as unique and modern, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Anjel is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anjel has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Anjel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6723rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5827th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4364th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2555th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4689th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10779th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7204th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18713th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anjel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anjel"
Pronunciation
/ˈændʒəl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Anjel is derived from the Latin word 'angelus,' which means 'messenger' and is often associated with divine beings in various cultures.
Meaning
messenger
Language Evolution
Angelus, Angele, Angel
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the traditional name Angel.
Variants & Derivatives
Angela, Angelina, Angie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Anjel is perceived as a unique and modern name, appealing to parents looking for alternatives to more common names.
Famous People
Anjelica Huston, Anjelique, Anjel M. T.
📊 Anjel Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 83 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anjel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anjel"
"Anjel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6723rd of 7552 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5827th of 10718 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4364th of 16616 | 177 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2555th of 24088 | 695 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4689th of 23106 | 251 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10779th of 27321 | 83 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7204th of 35406 | 253 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Anjel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
54.51% 2831st/5194 |
38.90% 2457th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
31.59% 2310th/7313 |
23.62% 1763rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Anjel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anjel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anjel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.