Angelika Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationan-JEL-i-ka / ænˈdʒɛlɪkəGreek; Latin; Slavic
Meaning
Greek: 'angel'; Latin: 'messenger'; Slavic: 'angelic'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Angelika is derived from the Greek word 'angelos', meaning 'messenger'. It has been used in various cultures, often associated with angelic qualities. In Slavic countries, it is a popular name that reflects a sense of purity and grace.
Trend Summary
Angelika has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Angelica
- Angie
- Geli
International Variants
- Angelique (French)
- Angela (Italian)
- Anjelika (Russian)
Famous people named Angelika
Angelika Kauffmann was an 18th-century Swiss painter known for her portraits and historical scenes.
Angelika Merkel is a German politician who served as Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021.
Angelika Huston is an American actress and director, recognized for her roles in films such as 'The Addams Family'.
Angelika Borys is a Polish activist known for her work in promoting Polish culture in Belarus.
Fictional characters named Angelika
Angelika is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', known for her role in the storyline.
Angelika is a character in the film 'The Brothers Bloom', portrayed as a con artist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Angelika was first seen in the United States in 1953. Angelika has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Angelika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Angelika (2022)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1953 | 5 |
1955 | 7 |
1956 | 5 |
1957 | 10 |
1958 | 13 |
1959 | 20 |
1960 | 15 |
1961 | 16 |
1962 | 17 |
1963 | 19 |
1964 | 18 |
1965 | 23 |
1966 | 21 |
1967 | 15 |
1968 | 22 |
1969 | 21 |
1970 | 17 |
1971 | 15 |
1972 | 17 |
1973 | 14 |
1974 | 18 |
1975 | 16 |
1976 | 22 |
1977 | 19 |
1978 | 24 |
1979 | 32 |
1980 | 25 |
1981 | 28 |
1982 | 27 |
1983 | 15 |
1984 | 21 |
1985 | 33 |
1986 | 30 |
1987 | 41 |
1988 | 41 |
1989 | 56 |
1990 | 41 |
1991 | 58 |
1992 | 58 |
1993 | 72 |
1994 | 81 |
1995 | 70 |
1996 | 95 |
1997 | 93 |
1998 | 91 |
1999 | 71 |
2000 | 91 |
2001 | 83 |
2002 | 67 |
2003 | 99 |
2004 | 84 |
2005 | 89 |
2006 | 100 |
2007 | 71 |
2008 | 75 |
2009 | 67 |
2010 | 61 |
2011 | 50 |
2012 | 52 |
2013 | 61 |
2014 | 46 |
2015 | 47 |
2016 | 40 |
2017 | 34 |
2018 | 31 |
2019 | 25 |
2020 | 18 |
2021 | 21 |
2022 | 17 |
2023 | 18 |
2024 | 17 |