Angeligue

Meaning & origin

Angeligue is a rare feminine name first recorded in the United States in 1968, a respelling of the classic Angelique. It reached its peak popularity in 1970, with its highest number of births that year, though it has never entered the national top 1000. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, never experiencing a sharp spike or decline. This spelling variant likely emerged as a phonetic adaptation of the French original, emphasizing the soft 'g' sound. While no state data is available due to its rarity, Angeligue carries an elegant, international flair that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.

Angeligue is an Anglicized variant of Angelique, the French feminine form of Angelicus, from Latin angelus and Greek angelos. The name came into use in France during the Middle Ages and spread to English-speaking countries. This particular spelling emerged in the United States in the late 1960s, likely as a respelling to match the pronunciation.