Anglea Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAN-juh-luh / ˈændʒələLatin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: messenger; Greek: angel
Historical & Cultural Background
Angela is derived from the Latin word 'angelus,' meaning 'messenger.' It has been used as a feminine name since the Middle Ages, often associated with angelic qualities. The name gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its connection to angels. In modern times, Angela has been a common name in many English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Angela was most popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, but has seen a decline in usage since then.
Similar Names
Variants
- Angela
- Angelina
- Angie
International Variants
- Ángela (Spanish)
- Angélique (French)
- Angela (Italian)
Famous people named Anglea
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Fictional characters named Anglea
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anglea was first seen in the United States in 1954. Anglea has ranked as high as #994 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Anglea has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anglea (1985)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 26 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 44 |
| 1966 | 49 |
| 1967 | 71 |
| 1968 | 61 |
| 1969 | 52 |
| 1970 | 68 |
| 1971 | 91 |
| 1972 | 97 |
| 1973 | 76 |
| 1974 | 66 |
| 1975 | 64 |
| 1976 | 53 |
| 1977 | 50 |
| 1978 | 54 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 50 |
| 1981 | 37 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 39 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1996 | 6 |