Tangela
Tangela is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Combination of Tangie/Tanya and Angela, carrying the meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'.
Origin and history
Tangela is a modern American name created in the mid-20th century, likely formed as a blend of Angela with names like Tangie or Tanya. It saw its peak popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Today, it is rarely given to newborn babies.
Popularity in the United States
3,784 babies in the United States have been named Tangela since 1880. It ranks #2870 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- FL (35.4 %)
- GA (13.5 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- LA (7.4 %)
- NC (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 75 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,001 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,467 |
| 1980-1990 | 784 |
| 1990-2000 | 351 |
| 2000-2010 | 98 |
| 2010-2019 | 8 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Tangie, Angie
Fun facts
- The name Tangela experienced its highest usage in the United States between 1965 and 1980.
- Tangela is widely recognized in popular culture as the name of a vine-covered Pokémon introduced in 1996.