Angelo is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #571 in 2022 with 66 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 80 births ranking #498. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 450.0%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 4,309 boys born was named Angelo. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Angelo is an Italian form linked with the word "angel" and ultimately means "messenger". It has an elegant, warm sound and a long history in Catholic and Italian naming.
The name has been used for centuries in Italy and other parts of Europe shaped by Christian tradition. It keeps its religious association while also feeling distinctly stylish and melodic.