Declining since 1991.
Popularity of Angelea since 1953
Babies named Angelea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 126 |
| 1970s | 190 |
| 1980s | 99 |
| 1990s | 288 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Angelea is a rare and modern respelling of the classic Angela, deriving from the Greek word for 'messenger'. This name first appeared in U.S. records in 1953, but it has never cracked the top 1,000. Its peak year was 1990, though usage has been falling steadily since 1991. With no top states or strong regional concentration, Angelea remains an uncommon choice that offers the familiar charm of Angela with a distinctive twist. Parents drawn to vintage names with a contemporary spelling may find Angelea appealing as a unique middle ground.
Angelea is a modern English variant of Angela, which derives from the Greek angelos (ἄγγελος), meaning 'messenger'. The name Angela became popular in English-speaking countries during the medieval period, and Angelea emerged later, likely influenced by the trend of adding a feminine suffix or respelling for uniqueness. It has seen scattered usage in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Angie, Lea, Ange
Sibling names for Angelea
Names that share Angelea's style, for a brother or sister.
