Angela
Female name · ★ Classic
260,949
Total Births
1971
Peak Year
#256
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Angela
Angela is of Greek origin meaning 'messenger of God' or 'angel.' It peaked in the 1970s in the US. Famous Angelas include Angela Merkel, Angela Davis, and Angela Bassett.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 377 births |
| 1890s | 750 births |
| 1900s | 1,381 births |
| 1910s | 2,883 births |
| 1920s | 2,638 births |
| 1930s | 2,776 births |
| 1940s | 4,971 births |
| 1950s | 16,123 births |
| 1960s | 62,463 births |
| 1970s | 88,921 births |
| 1980s | 45,124 births |
| 1990s | 17,479 births |
| 2000s | 11,464 births |
| 2010s | 2,685 births |
| 2020s | 914 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Angela?
Angela has been given to 260,949 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1971 with 10,092 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #256.
Is Angela a boy or girl name?
Angela is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Angela most popular?
Angela was most popular in 1971, when 10,092 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Angela?
Angela first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).