Engel Name Meaning & Origin
/EN-gel/Engel is most likely a name of German origin.
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Name Origin
The name 'Engel' is of German origin, meaning 'angel'. It is used as a given name and surname in German-speaking countries. The word 'Engel' itself comes from the Old High German 'engel', which in turn derives from the Latin 'angelus', meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'. It is also found in Dutch and Scandinavian contexts, often as a surname or given name, symbolizing purity or divine messenger.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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German (German) 85% -
Dutch (Dutch) 10% -
Swedish (Swedish) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Engel
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Engel
Notable individuals include Engelbert Humperdinck, a famous singer; Engelbert Dollfuss, an Austrian chancellor; and Engelbert Strauss, a German fashion brand known for workwear.
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 7 boys in the US were named Engel.
Growth of the name Engel in the US (SSA Data):
Engel Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.