Angela

Meaning of Angela

Angela means "messenger of God" or "angel."

Angela has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Angela

Angela has cooled off, slipping to #408 in 2025, down from a peak of #77 in 2001.

Notable people named Angela

• Angela Merkel
  German politician, Chancellor
• Angela Bassett
  American actress
• Angela Lansbury
  British-American actress
• Angela Kinsey
  American actress
• Angela Ahrendts
  Business executive

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Questions about the name Angela

What does the name Angela mean?

Angela means angela means "messenger of god" or "angel.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Angela a boy's or a girl's name?

Angela is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Angela?

In 2025, Angela ranked #408 for girls, down from #282 the year before.

When was Angela most popular?

Angela peaked at #77 in 2001.