Holding steady.
Popularity of Anglea since 1954
Babies named Anglea per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 39 |
| 1960s | 411 |
| 1970s | 660 |
| 1980s | 332 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Anglea is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1954, with its highest usage occurring in 1972, when it reached its peak year. The name has remained consistently uncommon, never ranking in the top 1000 names. Its stable trajectory suggests it has been used as a distinctive variant of the more familiar Angela or a feminine form of Angel. While no top states were recorded for Anglea because of its rarity, it likely followed the general distribution of similar names. For parents seeking an uncommon alternative to Angela or Angie, Anglea offers a subtle twist.
Anglea is a rare modern name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Angela, itself derived from the Greek angelos meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' It may also be an elaboration of the nickname Angie. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the mid-20th century, appearing in records from 1954 onward but never achieving widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Angie, Lee
Sibling names for Anglea
Names that share Anglea's style, for a brother or sister.
