Angelo
messenger, angel (Greek)
Angelo is a spanish / biblical boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 38, with 145,567 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
messenger, angel (Greek)
Angelo is of Greek origin via Late Latin and Italian/Spanish Christian traditions. In the Philippines, it is a classic Catholic name introduced during the Spanish colonial era that transitioned seamlessly into modern naming practices, retaining high popularity across generations.
Derived from the Late Latin name Angelus, which comes from the Greek 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'. It entered Philippine naming traditions primarily through Spanish Catholic influence and has remained enduringly popular.
Name character
In the Philippines
Very common standalone first name and frequent component of modern Filipino compound names (e.g., Mark Angelo, John Angelo). Commonly shortened to nicknames such as Gelo, Gel, or Ange.
Related forms
- Ángel Spanish
- Angelo Italian
- Ange French
- Ângelo Portuguese
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Angelo with common surname pairs
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How do I use Angelo with two Filipino surnames?
Angelo is the given name. The full name is Angelo + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Angelo a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Angelo is number 38, with 145,567 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.