Rising since 1990, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Angy since 1964
Babies named Angy per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Angy's real moment was 2002.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 197 |
| 2010s | 116 |
| 2020s | 65 |
Meaning & origin
Angy is a modern, informal diminutive of Angela, a name with deep Greek roots meaning 'messenger.' While Angela has been a classic in many cultures, Angy emerged as a distinct given name in the United States in the 1960s. According to Social Security records, Angy first appeared in 1964 and reached its peak popularity in 2002. As of 2025, the name ranks 8,860, making it relatively uncommon with a 1-in-146,115 rate of use among newborn girls. The name saw a brief rise in the 2000s, aligning with a broader trend for names ending in the 'ee' sound, like Abby or Lexi. Angy remains a rare choice, never entering the top 1,000 names in any decade.
Angy is a short form or variant of the name Angela, which itself comes from the Greek angelos (messenger). The name Angela became popular in the Christian world due to its association with angels. As a diminutive, Angy emerged in the mid-20th century, likely as a affectionate or informal pet form.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Angy
Names that share Angy's style, for a brother or sister.
