Dangelo
An Italian name meaning "of the angels" or "angelic".
Name Census estimates that about 9,057 living Americans carry the first name Dangelo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dangelo today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dangelo births was 1996 (604 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dangelo. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
9.1K
~ 1 in 37,844 Americans
Peak year
1996
604 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2024 SSA rank
#960
Tracked since 1963
Popularity
Dangelo: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dangelo from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 2,474 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Dangelo remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dangelo by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dangelo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dangelos live
The SSA's state-level files cover 33 states and territories. California, Florida, Texas recorded the most babies named Dangelo, while Oregon, Utah, Nebraska recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 210 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Dangelo
The name Dangelo has its linguistic roots in the Italian language, derived from the combination of the Italian words "d'angelo," meaning "of an angel." This name finds its origins in the Renaissance period, around the 14th to 16th centuries, when the Italian culture and arts were thriving.
During this time, the name Dangelo was often bestowed upon children as a symbolic representation of angelic qualities and divine protection. The name was particularly popular among families with strong religious ties, as it evoked a sense of spiritual guardianship over the child.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dangelo can be traced back to the 15th century in Italy, where it appeared in various historical records and ecclesiastical documents. However, the name's usage was not limited to Italy alone; it gradually spread to other parts of Europe and beyond as the Italian influence expanded.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Dangelo. One such figure was Dangelo Bronzino (1503-1572), a renowned Italian painter and poet during the Renaissance period, known for his portraits and religious works. Another noteworthy Dangelo was Dangelo Sanudo (1466-1536), a Venetian historian and statesman who authored a comprehensive chronicle of Venice's history.
In the realm of literature, Dangelo Ambrogini (1454-1494), better known as Poliziano, was an influential Italian classical scholar and poet during the Renaissance. His works, such as the "Stanze per la giostra," significantly contributed to the literary and cultural landscape of the time.
Moving forward in history, Dangelo Roncalli (1881-1963), who later became Pope John XXIII, was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. He is remembered for his efforts in convening the Second Vatican Council, which modernized and reformed various aspects of the Church.
Another notable Dangelo was Dangelo Mussolini (1962-), the grandson of the Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. Although not a public figure himself, his name carries historical significance due to his familial connection to one of the most influential political figures of the 20th century.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Dangelo throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the richness of the name's legacy.
People
Dangelo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dangelo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dangelo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dangelo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9,057 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dangelo going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 37,844 US residents.
Is Dangelo a common name?
We classify Dangelo as "Rare". It ranks above 97.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 9,222 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dangelo most popular?
The single biggest year for Dangelo was 1996, when 604 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dangelo is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Dangelo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dangelo in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.