Rising since 1989, #3,975 for girls today.
Popularity of Aniela since 1913
Babies named Aniela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 59 |
| 1920s | 23 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 65 |
| 2000s | 315 |
| 2010s | 369 |
| 2020s | 195 |
Meaning & origin
Aniela, a Polish and Slovak form of Angela, is a name with delicate charm and spiritual resonance. In the United States, it was first recorded in 1913, but remained very rare for decades. Its popularity has been rising since 1989, and it reached its peak year in 2012. In 2025, it ranked 3975 with a 1 in 44646 incidence. The name is most frequently given in Illinois, reflecting Polish-American communities. Aniela's gentle sound and religious heritage appeal to parents seeking a name that is both recognizable and uncommon, blending European tradition with modern grace.
Aniela is a Polish and Slovak form of Angela, which is derived from the Greek angelos, meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'. The name became popular in Poland through the spread of Christianity, particularly after the medieval cult of angels. It has been used consistently in Poland and among Polish diaspora communities, with a gentle, melodic quality.
Where Aniela is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aniela” around the world
Where Aniela lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ania, Anielka, Nela
Sibling names for Aniela
Names that share Aniela's style, for a brother or sister.
