Rangel is of Spanish origin, derived from the surname 'Rangé'. It means 'from Ranga', which is a place in Spain. The name gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century and is often associated with people of Spanish descent.
The name Rangel experienced a peak in popularity between 1989 and 1993, with nine births recorded during these years. However, the number of births has been relatively stable over time, fluctuating between five and seven per year, with occasional peaks and troughs. The most recent data shows that there were five births in 2021.