Rosangela Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roh-SAN-juh-lah /roʊˈsændʒəˌlɑ/
Origin: Italian; Spanish
Meaning: Italian: 'rose angel'; Spanish: 'rose angel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rosangela is of Italian origin, derived from the combination of two elements: "rosa," meaning "rose," and "Angela," which is rooted in the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." The name can be traced back to the Latin form "Rosangela," which emerged in Italy during the Middle Ages, a period when names combining religious and natural imagery became increasingly popular. The rose, a symbol of beauty and love, paired with the angelic connotation of Angela, creates a name that embodies both grace and spirituality.
Historically, the name Rosangela has been associated with various saints and religious figures, particularly in the context of Catholicism. One notable figure is Saint Rosalia, a 12th-century saint from Sicily, who is venerated in the Catholic Church.
The name Angela has also been borne by numerous saints, including Saint Angela Merici, the founder of the Ursuline order in the 16th century. These associations contributed to the name's enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts, particularly in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide.
Culturally, the name Rosangela resonates with themes of purity and divine protection, often linked to the symbolism of the rose in Christian iconography. The rose is frequently associated with the Virgin Mary, enhancing the name's spiritual significance.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Rosie" or "Angela" may be used affectionately, reflecting the name's versatility and warmth. Overall, Rosangela encapsulates a blend of natural beauty and spiritual depth, making it a name rich in historical and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rosangela was first seen in the United States in 1966.
Rosangela has ranked as high as #1070 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Rosangela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rosangela 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 Rosangela was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Rosangela (1993)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
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 Rosangela.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1980 | 45 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |