Angel Alicea
Name meaning, origin and global statistics
Angel Alicea is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Angel is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Angel is a given name meaning "angel". In the English-speaking world Angel is used for both boys and girls. Angel is from the medieval Latin masculine name Angelus, which was derived from the name of the heavenly creature (itself derived from the Ancient Greek word ἄγγελος (angelos) meaning "messenger"). It is gradually gaining popularity in the English-speaking world, where it is sometimes used as a feminine given name in modern times. In the United States, it is also seeing increasing use among boys, usually using the standard English pronunciation of the word angel. The surname Alicea: Carolette Alicea, American politician Francisco Parés Alicea, Puerto Rican accountant and government official Geraldo Alicea (born 1963), American politician Ismael Alicea (1954–2015), American librarian Jose Alicea Mirabal (born 1967), Puerto Rican basketball player Luis Alicea (born 1965), Puerto Rican baseball player William Alicea Pérez, Puerto Rican politician Vitin Alicea, a Puerto Rican television and radio character Angel is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 54K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Angel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.
Etymology & Origin
First Name: Angel
Latin
Angel is a given name meaning "angel". In the English-speaking world Angel is used for both boys and girls. Angel is from the medieval Latin masculine name Angelus, which was derived from the name of the heavenly creature (itself derived from the Ancient Greek word ἄγγελος (angelos) meaning "messenger"). It is gradually gaining popularity in the English-speaking world, where it is sometimes used as a feminine given name in modern times. In the United States, it is also seeing increasing use among boys, usually using the standard English pronunciation of the word angel.
Surname: Alicea
Spanish
Carolette Alicea, American politician Francisco Parés Alicea, Puerto Rican accountant and government official Geraldo Alicea (born 1963), American politician Ismael Alicea (1954–2015), American librarian Jose Alicea Mirabal (born 1967), Puerto Rican basketball player Luis Alicea (born 1965), Puerto Rican baseball player William Alicea Pérez, Puerto Rican politician Vitin Alicea, a Puerto Rican television and radio character
Geographic Distribution
The first name Angel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:
Popularity Over Time
Popularity of the name Angel by decade, based on birth registration data:
Notable People Named Angel Alicea
- Angel Gomes (association football player, 2000)
- Angel Coulby (film actor, 1980)
- Miguel Cardona (politician, 1975)
- Angel McCoughtry (basketball player, 1986)
- Angel Haze (rapper, 1991)
People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.
Numerology
According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Angel Alicea:
Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.
Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.
Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.
Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the origin of the first name Angel?
- The first name Angel originates from Latin. Angel is a given name meaning "angel". In the English-speaking world Angel is used for both boys and girls. Angel is from the medieval Latin masculine name Angelus, which was derived from the name of the heavenly creature (itself derived from the Ancient Greek word ἄγγελος (angelos) meaning "messenger"). It is gradually gaining popularity in the English-speaking world, where it is sometimes used as a feminine given name in modern times. In the United States, it is also seeing increasing use among boys, usually using the standard English pronunciation of the word angel.
- When was Angel most popular?
- The name Angel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
- What is the origin of the surname Alicea?
- The surname Alicea originates from Spanish. Carolette Alicea, American politician Francisco Parés Alicea, Puerto Rican accountant and government official Geraldo Alicea (born 1963), American politician Ismael Alicea (1954–2015), American librarian Jose Alicea Mirabal (born 1967), Puerto Rican basketball player Luis Alicea (born 1965), Puerto Rican baseball player William Alicea Pérez, Puerto Rican politician Vitin Alicea, a Puerto Rican television and radio character
- What are the origins of the name Angel Alicea?
- The name Angel Alicea combines two different traditions: the first name Angel has Latin roots, while the surname Alicea originates from Spanish.