Engel
Boy nameEngel has been given to 55 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Engel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
55
Peak year
2022 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2006
10-year trend
▲ +17%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Engel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Engel.
Sibling name ideas for Engel
Same era and popularity as Engel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Engel?
Engel has been given to 55 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Engel peak?
Engel peaked in 2022, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Engel a girl or boy name?
Engel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Engel are boys).
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