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Angelus Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Angelus

"A male given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Angelo."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2003 👥 390 in US
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Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Angelo.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
390
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Angelus Mean?

The Angelus is a Catholic devotion commemorating the Incarnation of Christ. As with many Catholic prayers, the name Angelus is derived from its incipit—the first few words of the text: Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariæ. The devotion is practised by reciting as versicle and response three Biblical verses narrating the mystery, alternating with the prayer "Hail Mary". The Angelus exemplifies a species of prayers called the "prayer of the devotee".

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The Angelus is a Catholic devotion commemorating the Incarnation of Christ. As with many Catholic prayers, the name Angelus is derived from its incipit—the first few words of the text: Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariæ. The devotion is practised by reciting as versicle and response three Biblical verses narrating the mystery, alternating with the prayer "Hail Mary". The Angelus exemplifies a species of prayers called the "prayer of the devotee".…

Root Element
Angelus
Core Meaning
"A male given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Angelo."
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🔢 Numerology of Angelus

A 1
N 5
G 7
E 5
L 3
U 3
S 1
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male94%
♀ Female6%

Based on 390 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 390
Peak year 2003 (31)
First recorded 1912
Last recorded 2023
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Angelus" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Angelo.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~390 people named Angelus in the US. Peaked in 2003 with 31 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Angelus?

The Life Path number for Angelus is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 7.

Is Angelus a boy or girl name?

Angelus is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 94% male and 6% female.

How many people are named Angelus in the US?

Approximately 390 people in the United States are named Angelus. The name peaked in 2003 with 31 recorded uses.

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