Angella
Angella is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Messenger or angel.
Origin and history
Angella is a spelling variant of Angela, derived from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning messenger or angel. While less common than the traditional single-L spelling, it has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the past century. Parents often choose this variation to offer a slight stylistic twist on a timeless classic.
Popularity in the United States
3,581 babies in the United States have been named Angella since 1880. It ranks #2950 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2047.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21 %)
- LA (13.9 %)
- MI (9.3 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- OH (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 18 |
| 1910-1920 | 35 |
| 1920-1930 | 43 |
| 1930-1940 | 23 |
| 1940-1950 | 76 |
| 1950-1960 | 155 |
| 1960-1970 | 667 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,241 |
| 1980-1990 | 595 |
| 1990-2000 | 266 |
| 2000-2010 | 238 |
| 2010-2019 | 165 |
| 2020-2029 | 54 |
Nicknames
Angie, Ange, Ella
Fun facts
- Angella double-s the 'l' found in the classic name Angela, giving it a distinctive visual look while retaining the original pronunciation.
- The name traces back to the ancient Greek word 'angelos', which originally referred to an envoy or messenger.