Angelous
A boy's name of Greek origin with 14 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Angelous peaked during the Gen Z era, when 7 babies received this name in a single year (2002). That era was defined by globally influenced, diversity-driven naming, and Angelous has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Angelous is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Angelous is a boy's baby name, a variant of Angelos, of Greek origin meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' The English -ous ending gives this ancient Greek name a distinctive, anglicized quality.
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Phonetically, Angelous belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their classical, dignified ending — a hallmark of Latin and Greek masculine names. At three syllables, it has a three-beat flow that carries a sense of formality and completeness.
Within the Greek naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Greek names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Angelous’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Angelous has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2002.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 14 | #9072 | — |
The Story of Angelous
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2002, Angelous is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Angelous are most likely born between 2002 and 2006.
How rare is Angelous?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Angelous is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2002, peaked in the 2000s with 14 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2002–2006)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 | #9637 |
| 2002 | 7 | #8506 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2002–2006