Declining since 1989.
Popularity of Deangela since 1959
Babies named Deangela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 132 |
| 1970s | 227 |
| 1980s | 315 |
| 1990s | 326 |
| 2000s | 153 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Deangela is a modern American coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959, reflecting a creative naming trend that flourished in the latter half of the 20th century. The name achieved its peak popularity in 1988, but has been on a declining trajectory since 1989. As a compound of the prefix De- and the classic name Angela, it follows a pattern common among African American communities, where such invented names became a way to express individuality and cultural identity. Though never among the most popular names nationally, Deangela exemplifies the inventive spirit of modern American naming.
Deangela is a modern American coinage, formed by blending the popular prefix De- (as in DeShawn, DeAndre) with the name Angela, itself from Greek angelos meaning 'messenger'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959, rose in use during the 1980s, and has since declined in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dea, Angie, Dee
Variants: De Angela
Sibling names for Deangela
Names that share Deangela's style, for a brother or sister.
