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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AN-juh-lis /ˈændʒə.lɪs/
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: Greek: 'messenger'; Latin: 'angel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Angelis has its roots in the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." This term was adopted into Latin as "angelus," which maintained the same meaning. The transition into Old French occurred during the medieval period, where it evolved into forms such as "Ange" or "Angèle," before being anglicized into various forms in English.
The name Angelis likely emerged as a variant or derivative of these earlier forms, reflecting a common practice of adapting names to fit linguistic and cultural contexts. Historically, the name Angelis and its variants have been associated with Christian traditions, particularly due to the biblical significance of angels as divine messengers.
The use of the name can be traced back to early Christian texts, where angels play a crucial role in conveying God's messages to humanity. The King James Bible, published in 1611, reinforced the prominence of angelic figures in Christian theology, further embedding the concept of angels in the cultural consciousness of English-speaking societies.
Culturally, the name Angelis carries connotations of purity, guidance, and protection, often associated with the benevolent nature of angels in various religious and spiritual beliefs. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a universal admiration for the qualities that angels symbolize.
In some contexts, diminutive forms such as "Angela" or "Angelina" have also been used, though Angelis stands out as a unique variant that retains the original essence of its etymological roots.
Famous people named Angelis
In this section, you will find notable people named Angelis. 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 Angelis who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Angelis is a musician best known for his work in the electronic music genre and collaborations with various artists.
Angelis is a singer and songwriter best known for his participation in the music group Angelis and their album 'Angel' released in 2006.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Angelis was first seen in the United States in 1988.
Angelis has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Angelis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Angelis 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 Angelis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Angelis (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
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 Angelis.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |