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Angela

Angela is a girl name of Greek origin, meaning Messenger, angel.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGreek
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#228

What does Angela mean?

Messenger, angel

How popular is Angela?

Popularity in the United States

Angela has been given to 669,590 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 1,396 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Angela per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Angela has been given to 9,094 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

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Babies named Angela per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 94,966 people called Angela living in Spain, with an average age of 45.

669,590 Babies named since 1880
1970s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Angela

What does the name Angela mean?

Angela means Messenger, angel. It is of Greek origin.

Is Angela a boy's or a girl's name?

Angela is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Angela?

Angela has been given to 669,590 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.