The girl's name Angela \a-nge-la, an-gela\ is pronounced AN-je-lah. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "messenger; messenger of God". From Church Latin, a feminine form of the boy's name Angelus. The older feminine form Angelis has been replaced by Angela, which became popular in Britain and America from the 18th century. The word "angel" is also used as an affectionate term for a good (or pretty) girl. Angie is the pet form; Aingeal is the Irish Gaelic version. Actresses Angela Lansbury, Angelis Dickinson, Angela Bassett, Angelina Jolie, Angie Harmon.

ORIGIN
Mexican

MEANING
Messenger of God

Feminine form of Angelus derived from Angel, the name of a heavenly creature. Landed a spot in the top 10 in 1965, following the Oscar-nominating performance of actress Angela Lansbury in the 1962 movie, "The Manchurian Candidate." Name also inspired by actress Angela Cartwright in the 1965 film "The Sound of Music," where her role as "Brigitta von Trapp " first made her famous. The rise and fame of actresses Angela Bassett, Angie Harmon and Angelina Jolie have continued its success among parents.

VARIATIONS
Angelino Angelo Angelos

ALTERNATIVES
Anjela Angala Anngela Angella Angila Annjela Anngilla

NICKNAMES
Angel Ange

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