Angelina

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Messenger; Angel

Background: The name Angelina originates from the Greek word 'angelos,' meaning 'messenger,' which is closely related to the Latin term 'angelicus,' translating to 'angel.' This connection highlights the name's association with spiritual beings and conveys the idea of a messenger in both Greek and Latin contexts.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#315
Total births
125,497
Most popular decade
2000s (128,586 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-161 ranks)
Years in Top 100
10
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

0.1% male 99.9% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1924
First year births
6
First year rank
#3,867
Peak year
2004
Peak year births
13
Peak rank
#5,812
Most recent year
2010
Recent year births
5
Recent rank
#12,230

Female

First year
1880
First year births
9
First year rank
#580
Peak year
2005
Peak year births
5,813
Peak rank
#43
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
981
Recent rank
#313

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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