Angela
Angela is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Latin origin, meaning “Angel, messenger”.
| Meaning | Angel, messenger |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | AN-juh-luh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, Italy, Germany, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Angela
Angela is the feminine of Angelus, from the Greek angelos, messenger, the word used in the Bible for God's angels. It was used in medieval Italy and spread more widely after Saint Angela Merici, who founded the Ursuline order in the sixteenth century. In English the name became very popular in the mid-twentieth century. Famous bearers include the former German chancellor Angela Merkel and the American activist Angela Davis.
Is Angela a Christian name?
Angela is a Christian name meaning angel. Saint Angela Merici and Saint Angela of Foligno are both venerated in the Catholic Church.
How popular is Angela?
Very common from the 1950s to 1980s in English-speaking countries; less common for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Angela mean?
Angela means 'Angel, messenger'. It is of Greek, via Latin origin.
Is Angela a Christian name?
Angela is a Christian name meaning angel. Saint Angela Merici and Saint Angela of Foligno are both venerated in the Catholic Church.
How do you pronounce Angela?
Angela is pronounced AN-juh-luh.
Is Angela a boy or girl name?
Angela is usually a girl name.