Ángeles

Ángeles is the plural form of the Spanish noun ángel, meaning angels. In Spanish-language use, the term can refer to heavenly beings in Christian theology or serve as a proper name for places and people. As a proper noun, Ángeles is commonly found in toponymy and personal names across Spanish-speaking regions.

Etymology and meaning: The word comes from the Latin angelus, which in turn derives from the Greek angelos, meaning messenger. In religious contexts, angels are depicted as spiritual beings acting as messengers or agents of God, a motif that has influenced the use of Ángeles in culture, art, and place-naming.

Geography and toponymy: Ángeles appears as a place name in various Spanish-speaking countries, including towns, districts, or neighborhoods. In these contexts, the name often reflects historical religious influence or devotion to angels. The usage as a geographic toponym is not limited to a single country and can be found in multiple regions where Spanish is spoken.

People and names: Ángeles is also used as a feminine given name and, less commonly, as a surname or part of compound given names (for example, María Ángeles). In contemporary usage, individuals with this name may be found across Spanish-speaking communities and in diaspora communities around the world.

See also: Angels, the English plural; Ángel, the singular Spanish form; Ángel (disambiguation) for related names and topics.