Holding steady.
Popularity of Rosangela since 1966
Babies named Rosangela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 213 |
| 1990s | 47 |
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Rosangela is a compound name that blends two classic favorites, Rosa and Angela, into a melodic and distinctive choice. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1966, reflecting the start of its use among Italian and Portuguese immigrant communities. The name reached its peak popularity in 1980, during a time when compound names were especially fashionable. Since then, its usage has remained stable but rare, never breaking into the top 1,000 names nationally. The name is most commonly found in areas with significant Brazilian or Italian populations, though it has spread more broadly as well. Rosangela offers a unique alternative for parents seeking a name with recognizable roots but an uncommon sound.
Rosangela is a modern compound name, blending Rosa (from Latin rosa, meaning 'rose') and Angela (from Greek angelos, meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'). It emerged first in Italy and later spread to Portuguese-speaking countries, becoming especially popular in Brazil from the 1960s onward. The name follows a pattern of creating feminine names by combining two popular traditional names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosa, Angela, Rosy, Gela
Variants: Rosa Ângela, Rosângela
Sibling names for Rosangela
Names that share Rosangela's style, for a brother or sister.
