Girl name
Angela name meaning
“angel, messenger”
Angela is a feminine name meaning angel or messenger, with a Latin source and Greek roots. It is the feminine form of the Latin name Angelus. The related Greek source word is angelos, meaning messenger, which explains the messenger meaning associated with the name.
What does Angela mean?
The ending -la occurs in names with varied origins, including Laila, Nabila, and Bella. It has no single meaning of its own; the meaning belongs to each complete name. More girl names ending in -la →
Origin and cultural usage of Angela
The feminine form of Latin Angelus, ultimately from Greek angelos, meaning messenger.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Angela
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Angela, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Marita: beloved; bitter; rebellion
- Yudith: woman of Judah
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Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Marselina: associated with Mars, god of war
- Gaby: God is my strength
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Angela Kristiana
Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Kristiana: follower of Christ in name meaning
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Meaning of each word
- Gracia: grace, bestowed favor
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Yasinta: hyacinth flower
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Angela Vera
Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Vera: faith or belief
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Meaning of each word
- Angela: angel, messenger
- Jovita: associated with the god Jupiter
- Pia: pious, devoted
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How to pronounce Angela
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦔꦺꦭ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮍᮨᮜ |
Is Angela a girl’s name?
Yes, Angela is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Angela ranks #492 among girl names in our data sample (20 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Angela
Names with related meanings
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Endang♂♀Female ascetic
- Wahyuni♀Revelation, divine message
- Aulia♂♀Protectors, close allies, or saints
- Sukma♂♀Soul, spirit of life
- Nurjanah♀Light of paradise
- Hidayah♀Guidance toward the right path
- Jannah♀Garden, heavenly paradise
- Paramita♀Perfection of virtue
- Zen♂♀Meditation, mental concentration
- Wahyuningsih♀Revelation of love
- Hapsari♀Celestial maiden, heavenly woman
Famous people named Angela
- Angela Tanoesoedibjo · b. 1987
- Angela Gilsha · b. 1994
- Angela Vero · b. 1993
- Angela Idang Belawan
- Angela Lee · b. 1987
- Angela Simatupang · b. 1975
- Angela Andarini · b. 1998
- Angela L. M. Lolong
- Angela Mariana Lusiastuti · b. 1961
- Angela Merci Piwung · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Angela
What is the meaning of Angela?
Angela means angel, messenger. The feminine form of Latin Angelus, ultimately from Greek angelos, meaning messenger.
Is Angela a girl’s name?
Yes, Angela is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Angela?
Angela is of Greek, Latin and European origin.
How many syllables does Angela have?
Angela has 3 syllables (A-nge-la) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Angela?
Angela ranks #492 among girl names in our data sample (20 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Angela?
Some ideas: Angela Marita Yudith; Angela Marselina Gaby; Angela Kristiana.
Famous people named Angela?
Notable people named Angela include Angela Tanoesoedibjo, Angela Gilsha, Angela Vero.
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