Tangela Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAN-juh-luh / /ˈtændʒə.lə/English; American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tangela, possibly a blend of 'Tanya' and 'Angela'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Tangela is a modern name that emerged in the United States. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Tang, which has roots in various cultures. The name has gained some popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s.
Trend Summary
Tangela experienced a brief period of popularity in the late 20th century.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tangela was first seen in the United States in 1956. Tangela has ranked as high as #931 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Tangela has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tangela (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 44 |
| 1961 | 47 |
| 1962 | 69 |
| 1963 | 89 |
| 1964 | 100 |
| 1965 | 124 |
| 1966 | 132 |
| 1967 | 133 |
| 1968 | 130 |
| 1969 | 133 |
| 1970 | 153 |
| 1971 | 193 |
| 1972 | 180 |
| 1973 | 179 |
| 1974 | 146 |
| 1975 | 151 |
| 1976 | 116 |
| 1977 | 122 |
| 1978 | 111 |
| 1979 | 116 |
| 1980 | 107 |
| 1981 | 75 |
| 1982 | 101 |
| 1983 | 75 |
| 1984 | 98 |
| 1985 | 84 |
| 1986 | 77 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 58 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |