Angeliki Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: an-yeh-LEE-kee /ˌæn.jəˈliː.ki/
Origin: Greek
Meaning: messenger; angel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Angeliki is of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." This term itself traces back to the Ancient Greek language, where it was used to denote divine messengers, particularly in religious contexts. The name Angeliki is a feminine form of Angelos, which has been adopted into various languages and cultures over time.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Greek Orthodox Church and the spread of Christianity, where the concept of angels became significant in religious texts and teachings. Historically, the name Angeliki has been associated with various saints and religious figures within the Christian tradition.
One notable figure is Saint Angelos, a 4th-century saint commemorated in the Eastern Orthodox Church. The name gained further prominence through its use in Byzantine and later Greek contexts, where it was often given to girls in honor of the angelic qualities attributed to women in religious narratives.
The name appears in various historical texts and ecclesiastical documents, reflecting its longstanding presence in Greek culture. Culturally, Angeliki embodies themes of purity, guidance, and divine protection, resonating with the symbolic significance of angels in both religious and secular contexts.
The name has been celebrated in literature and art, often representing ideals of grace and benevolence. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Angeli or Geli have emerged, reflecting affectionate or familial uses of the name.
Overall, Angeliki carries a rich historical and cultural legacy, rooted in its etymological origins and its enduring associations with the divine.
Famous people named Angeliki
In this section, you will find notable people named Angeliki. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Angeliki who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Angeliki Pallas is a swimmer best known for competing in the Olympics and World Championships.
Angeliki Koutoulaki is a Greek actress best known for her roles in various television series and films.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Angeliki was first seen in the United States in 1963.
Angeliki has ranked as high as #7501 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Angeliki has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Angeliki is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Angeliki was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Angeliki.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 9 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 | 10 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 9 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 8 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1988 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 | 7 |
| 1984 | 9 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 13 | 13 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 12 | 12 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 | 8 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Angeliki (1982)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |