Ángel

Ángel is a masculine given name used in Spanish-speaking countries. It derives from the Latin Angelus, which in turn comes from the Greek angelos, meaning messenger. In religious contexts, angels are celestial beings created by God, and the name carries traditional associations with spiritual messengers, protection, and guidance. In Spanish, the word ángel (lowercase) refers to such beings, while Ángel (capitalized) is used as a proper given name with stress on the first syllable.

Ángel is widely used across Spain and Latin America, and in other regions with Spanish influence. The feminine form is Ángela, and there are related names in other languages, such as Angelo in Italian and Angel in English.

Common diminutives include Ángelito. The name has been borne by many artists, athletes, and public figures; it also occurs as a surname in rare cases.

Notable people named Ángel include Ángel Cabrera, Argentine golfer who won the U.S. Open in 2007 and the Masters in 2009, and Ángel Di María, Argentine footballer who has played for clubs including Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.