Angela
Meaning of Angela
Angela is a timeless and elegant name of Greek origin, meaning "messenger" or "angel." It has been a popular choice for baby girls across various cultures and languages. In English, it is pronounced as AN-juh-luh (/ˈæn.dʒə.lə/), while in Spanish, it takes on the melodious pronunciation of ahn-HEH-lah (/aň.ˈhe.la/), and in Italian, it's pronounced ahn-JEH-lah (/an.ˈdje.la/). The name Angela evokes images of grace and beauty, often associated with angelic qualities. Variations of the name include Angelina and Angelica, which add an extra touch of flair. Historically, Angela saw its peak popularity in the United States during the late 1970s and early 1980s, consistently ranking within the top 10 names for several years. Although its popularity has waned slightly in recent decades, Angela remains a beloved classic that continues to be chosen by parents for its simplicity and elegance.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ahn-HEH-lah (/aň.ˈhe.la/)
Italian
- Pronunced as ahn-JEH-lah (/an.ˈdje.la/)
American English
- Pronunced as AN-juh-luh (/ˈæn.dʒə.lə/)
British English
- Pronunced as AN-juh-luh (/ˈaŋ.dʒə.lə/)
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Notable People Named Angela
| Angela Merkel, the first female chancellor of Germany, was a prominent politician and scientist who served from 2005 to 2021, and was often considered one of the most powerful women in the world. |
| Dame Angela Brigid Lansbury was a renowned British-American actress and singer with a career spanning eight decades, known for her versatile roles in film, stage, and television. |
| Angela Yvonne Davis is an American Marxist and feminist political activist, philosopher, academic, and author, known for her involvement in various social and political movements. |
| Angela Evelyn Bassett is an influential American actress with a successful career in film and television, having received numerous awards and accolades for her work. |
| Angela Diane James is a Canadian former ice hockey player known for her successful career in senior hockey, winning the most valuable player title six times and later becoming a certified referee and coach. |
| Angela Rayner is a British politician serving as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and Shadow Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, known for her socialist ideology. |
| Angela Tincher O'Brien is a former professional softball pitcher and coach, known for her impressive career at Virginia Tech and her records in the ACC and NCAA Division I. |
| Angela Catterns is an Australian media personality and broadcaster known for her work on Australian radio, including presenting Mornings on Triple J and the National Evening Show on ABC Local Radio. |
| Angela Georgina Burdett-Coutts, 1st Baroness Burdett-Coutts, was a prominent British philanthropist and one of the wealthiest women in England during the 19th century. |
| Angela Carter, an English novelist and influential writer known for her feminist and magical realism works, gained fame for her book The Bloody Chamber and was ranked as one of the greatest British writers since 1945. |
| Angela Faith Kinsey is an American actress known for her role as Angela Martin in the sitcom The Office and has appeared in various other TV shows and movies. |
| Dame Angela Ahrendts is an influential American-British businesswoman who held top positions at Apple Inc. and Burberry, and was recognized as one of the most powerful women in the world by Forbes, BBC, and Fortune. |
| Angela Merici, an Italian religious educator and saint, founded the Company of St. Ursula, dedicated to educating girls and later evolved into the monastic Order of Saint Ursula with a global presence. |
| Angela Lee Duckworth is an American academic and psychologist known for her research on grit and self-control, and as the founder of Character Lab. |
| Angela Veta Russell is an American politician, civil rights activist, and member of the Crow Tribe of Montana, known for her involvement in the Selma to Montgomery marches and Native American activism. |
