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UK surname

Angeli

Italian surname meaning "angels" or "heavenly messengers".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Newport, Enfield and Lambeth.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Angeli is 207 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

203

2016, ranked #19,396

Peak year

2014

207 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 203 in 2016, ranked #19,396.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 10 in 1911.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Angeli surname distribution map

The map shows where the Angeli surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Angeli surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Angeli over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1851 historical 6 #32,278
1891 historical 5 #33,939
1901 historical 3 #34,063
1911 historical 10 #32,609
1997 modern 139 #22,132
1998 modern 148 #21,841
1999 modern 147 #22,110
2000 modern 149 #21,874
2001 modern 136 #22,855
2002 modern 158 #21,178
2003 modern 151 #21,574
2004 modern 152 #21,628
2005 modern 157 #21,128
2006 modern 152 #21,721
2007 modern 153 #21,912
2008 modern 156 #21,862
2009 modern 168 #21,290
2010 modern 193 #19,880
2011 modern 203 #19,098
2012 modern 201 #19,147
2013 modern 206 #19,153
2014 modern 207 #19,259
2015 modern 199 #19,640
2016 modern 203 #19,396

Geography

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Where Angelis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Newport, Enfield, Lambeth and Waltham Forest. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Newport 009 Newport
2 Enfield 031 Enfield
3 Enfield 033 Enfield
4 Lambeth 026 Lambeth
5 Waltham Forest 013 Waltham Forest

Forenames

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First names often paired with Angeli

These lists show first names that appear often with the Angeli surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Angeli

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Angeli, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Angeli surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Angeli household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

London Fringe

Within London, Angeli is most associated with areas classed as London Fringe, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Predominantly located in neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Greater London, residents of these neighbourhoods typically have their highest qualifications below degree (Level 4) level, with those still in work engaged in skilled trades and occupations in distribution, hotels and restaurants. There is low ethnic diversity in these neighbourhoods and high levels of Christian religious affiliation. Detached or terraced houses predominate, often with spare rooms.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Angeli is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Angeli falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Angeli is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Angeli, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Angeli

The surname Angeli originates from Italy, where it has been present since at least the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Italian word "angelo," meaning "angel." The name likely originated as a nickname or descriptive surname for someone who was perceived as angelic, pure, or blessed.

In some instances, the surname Angeli may have also been adopted by individuals who lived near a church dedicated to an angel or who worked as caretakers or attendants in such a church. The Italian region of Lombardy, particularly the areas around Milan and Bergamo, has a strong association with the surname Angeli.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Angeli can be found in the notarial records of the city of Bergamo from the 13th century. In these documents, individuals with the surname Angeli are mentioned in various legal and commercial transactions.

During the Renaissance period, the Angeli family gained prominence in the city of Florence. Filippo Angeli (1460-1522), a renowned architect and sculptor, contributed significantly to the architectural landscape of Florence, designing buildings such as the Palazzo Pandolfini and the Palazzo Rucellai.

In the 17th century, another notable figure with the surname Angeli was Baldassare Angeli (1600-1670), an Italian composer and musician who served as the maestro di cappella at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.

The name Angeli also has ties to the island of Sicily, where it was prevalent in the town of Castrogiovanni (now known as Enna). One notable Sicilian with this surname was Domenico Angeli (1825-1892), a politician and patriot who played a significant role in the Sicilian revolution against the Bourbon monarchy.

In the 20th century, Armando Angeli (1905-1985) was an Italian engineer and industrialist who founded the Angeli Group, a prominent manufacturing company specializing in automotive components and machinery.

Throughout its history, the surname Angeli has been associated with various professions, including the arts, music, politics, and industry, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who have carried this surname.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Angeli surname: questions and answers

How common is the Angeli surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 203 in 2016. That gives Angeli a modern rank of #19,396.

What does the Angeli surname mean?

Italian surname meaning "angels" or "heavenly messengers".

What does the Angeli map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Angeli bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.