Angeline
Angeline is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Messenger or angel.
Origin and history
Angeline is a feminine name derived from the Greek word for messenger or angel. It gained popularity in French-speaking regions before becoming established in English-speaking countries. In the United States, it has been continuously used since the late 19th century as a classic, elegant alternative to Angela or Angelina.
Popularity in the United States
36,874 babies in the United States have been named Angeline since 1880. It ranks #726 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1197.
States where it is most popular
- PA (14.2 %)
- NY (12.7 %)
- IL (11.2 %)
- CA (8.5 %)
- MI (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 364 |
| 1890-1900 | 827 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,609 |
| 1910-1920 | 6,739 |
| 1920-1930 | 8,108 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,620 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,743 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,289 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,208 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,654 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,540 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,516 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,846 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,796 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,015 |
Famous people named Angeline
- Angeline Stickney: Suffragist, Mathematician
- Angeline Ball: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Angie, Ange, Lina
Fun facts
- Angeline originated in French as a diminutive form of Angèle, itself stemming from the Latin and Greek roots for angel.
- The name has maintained a presence in the U.S. top 1000 list across multiple generations, peaking in the early 20th century.