Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Anjelina since 1973
Babies named Anjelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 363 |
| 2010s | 116 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Anjelina is a creative spelling of the classic Angelina, first recorded in the United States in 1973. It reached its peak popularity in 2005, reflecting a broader trend of respelled names in the early 2000s. Since then, its usage has been steadily falling, and it no longer appears among the top-ranked names. The name's appeal lies in its phonetic elegance and angelic associations, though its variant spelling gives it a more modern, distinctive feel compared to the traditional Angelina. Anjelina has not been associated with any particular state or region, and its use remains uncommon.
Anjelina is an alternative spelling of Angelina, which itself derives from the Greek 'angelos' (messenger) through the Latin 'angelus'. The spelling with 'j' is a modern variation that emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by phonetic respelling or creative naming trends.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Anj, Lina, Angie
Sibling names for Anjelina
Names that share Anjelina's style, for a brother or sister.
