Home › Baby Names Directory › Engel
Engel
Pronounced ENG-ul /ˈɛŋ.əl/Medium
Meaning: From the German Engel, 'angel,' also tied to the old element Angil ('of the Angles,' the Germanic people). A short name of light and heritage.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Engel comes from the German for 'angel,' with roots also in Angil ('of the Angles,' the Germanic people). It reads short and luminous — rare in the U.S., old-world in feel (said 'ENG-ul').
It appears rarely in the U.S., familiar in German-heritage families. Rare, bright, and old-world.
Variations
Nicknames
Famous Bearers
- Famous bearers coming soon.
If you like Engel…
Explore names like Engel
Frequently Asked
What does the name Engel mean?
Engel is German for 'angel,' also tied to 'of the Angles' (the Germanic people).
How do you pronounce Engel?
It's said ENG-ul /ˈɛŋ.əl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Engel a boy or girl name?
Engel is a boy's name.
How popular is Engel?
Engel is a rare name for boys in the U.S.