Angelena
Angelena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Messenger or heavenly messenger.
Origin and history
Angelena is a female given name of Greek origin, derived from the word for 'messenger' or 'angel'. It serves as an elaboration of Angela or Angelina. In the United States, it has been used consistently since the late 19th century as a less common alternative to Angelina.
Popularity in the United States
3,205 babies in the United States have been named Angelena since 1880. It ranks #3140 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2040.
States where it is most popular
- CA (48.2 %)
- NY (9.5 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- PA (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 28 |
| 1910-1920 | 113 |
| 1920-1930 | 155 |
| 1930-1940 | 64 |
| 1940-1950 | 73 |
| 1950-1960 | 75 |
| 1960-1970 | 217 |
| 1970-1980 | 400 |
| 1980-1990 | 446 |
| 1990-2000 | 470 |
| 2000-2010 | 886 |
| 2010-2019 | 217 |
| 2020-2029 | 61 |
Nicknames
Angie, Lena, Angel
Fun facts
- Angelena arose as an extended spelling variant of Angela and Angelina, gaining occasional popularity in English-speaking regions.
- The name has appeared in U.S. birth records continuously since at least 1880, maintaining a low-key, classic presence.