Angelica
Meaning of Angelica
Angelica is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. It has a soft and melodious sound, making it appealing to many parents. The English pronunciation of Angelica is an-JEL-ih-kuh (/ænˈdʒɛl.ɪ.kə/), while the Italian pronunciation is ahn-JE-lee-kah (/anˈd͡ʒe.li.ka/). This name also has variations, with Angelina being one of them.
In terms of popularity, Angelica has had consistent usage in the United States over the years. In recent times, it ranks around 600-700 in terms of occurrence among newborns. However, its popularity peaked in the early 2000s when it ranked as high as 292 in 2009. Since then, it has gradually declined but remains a well-known and cherished name.
Overall, Angelica is a lovely choice for parents seeking a feminine and elegant name for their baby girl that has both English and Italian origins.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ahn-JE-lee-kah (/anˈd͡ʒe.li.ka/)
English
- Pronunced as an-JEL-ih-kuh (/ænˈdʒɛl.ɪ.kə/)
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Notable People Named Angelica
| Angelica Kauffman was a Swiss Neoclassical painter known for her success in London and Rome, specializing in history painting, portraiture, landscapes, and decorations. |
| Angelica Ross is an American actress, businesswoman, and transgender rights advocate who founded TransTech Social Enterprises to help employ transgender individuals in the tech industry. |
| Angelica Schuyler Church - Angelica Church was an American socialite and the eldest daughter of Continental Army General Philip Schuyler, known for her connections to prominent historical figures. |
| Sarah Angelica Van Buren, the daughter-in-law of President Martin Van Buren, became the youngest woman to serve as the White House hostess at the age of 20. |
| Angelica Hale is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who gained fame as the runner-up on the 12th season of America's Got Talent. |
| Angelica Hamilton was the second child and eldest daughter of Elizabeth Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton, a Founding Father of the United States. |
| Angelica Cheung is a prominent Chinese fashion journalist and the founding editor-in-chief of Vogue China, known for her influential role in shaping China's fashion industry. |
| Angelica Rosas McDaniel is a mixed American executive and multi-platform producer with extensive experience in television, web, and radio, starting her career at the age of 15 as an on-air personality for Radio AAHS and later producing for XM Satellite Radio. |
| Angelica Burevik Törnqvist, also known as Agge, is a former Swedish women's national football team defender with 30 caps. |
| Angélica María Hartman Ortiz, also known as La novia de Mexico, is a Mexican actress and singer, known for her hit songs on the hot Latin songs chart. |
