Anjelica Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationan-JEL-ih-kah / ænˈdʒɛlɪkəSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: angelic; Italian: messenger
Historical & Cultural Background
Anjelica is a variant of the name Angelica, which has roots in both Spanish and Italian cultures. The name is often associated with angelic qualities and has been used in various religious contexts. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to cultural influences from literature and film.
Trend Summary
Anjelica has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Angelica
- Anjelika
International Variants
- Angelique (French)
- Angelica (Latin)
- Anjelika (Russian)
Famous people named Anjelica
Anjelica Huston is an American actress and director known for her roles in films such as 'The Addams Family' and 'The Grifters'.
Anjelica Bette Fellini is an American actress recognized for her work in the television series 'The Gifted'.
Fictional characters named Anjelica
Anjelica is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Anjelica is a character in the film 'The Addams Family', portrayed as a member of the eccentric Addams family.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Anjelica was first seen in the United States in 1965. Anjelica has ranked as high as #937 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Anjelica has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Anjelica (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 50 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 46 |
| 1981 | 43 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 69 |
| 1986 | 142 |
| 1987 | 164 |
| 1988 | 161 |
| 1989 | 173 |
| 1990 | 206 |
| 1991 | 292 |
| 1992 | 288 |
| 1993 | 276 |
| 1994 | 216 |
| 1995 | 223 |
| 1996 | 202 |
| 1997 | 160 |
| 1998 | 163 |
| 1999 | 114 |
| 2000 | 109 |
| 2001 | 108 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 64 |
| 2004 | 53 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 46 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 10 |