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Angeles Pronunciation
Angeles is pronounced AHN-heh-les /ˈɑn.hɛ.lɛs/High
Meaning: Angels; from the Spanish Marian name María de los Ángeles, 'Mary of the Angels', ultimately Greek angelos, 'messenger'High
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History & Origin
Angeles comes from the Spanish Marian devotion María de los Ángeles, 'Mary of the Angels', with ángel descending from Greek angelos, 'messenger'. Like Carmen, Dolores, and Pilar, it began as a fragment of the Virgin's titles that became a name in its own right, traditionally celebrated on August 2, the feast of Our Lady of the Angels.
The name remains familiar across Spain, Mexico, and the Philippines — often in the full compound or as the nickname Ángeles — while in the U.S. it is rare and carries an inescapable California echo. Pronunciation follows the Spanish, not the city's anglicized version.
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How do you pronounce Angeles?
Angeles is pronounced AHN-heh-les (/ˈɑn.hɛ.lɛs/). Press play above to hear Angeles said aloud.
How do you say Angeles?
Angeles is said AHN-heh-les (/ˈɑn.hɛ.lɛs/). Press play above to hear Angeles said aloud.
What does the name Angeles mean?
Angeles is Spanish for 'angels', from the Marian name María de los Ángeles, 'Mary of the Angels'.
Is Angeles a boy or girl name?
Angeles is a girl's name in Spanish tradition.
How popular is Angeles?
Angeles is a rare name in the U.S., traditional in Spanish-speaking families.