Angela
messenger, angel (Greek / Latin)
Angela is a spanish / english girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 57, with 84,008 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
messenger, angel (Greek / Latin)
Angela originates from the Late Latin feminine form of Angelus, derived from the Greek 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'. It entered the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period as a traditional Catholic baptismal name and has maintained enduring popularity through American influence and modern usage.
Derived from Late Latin Angela, feminine form of Angelus, originating from Greek angelos (messenger, angel). Widely introduced to the Philippines through Spanish Catholicism and reinforced through modern English usage.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently used as a standalone name or in compounds like Maria Angela or Angela Mae. Common Filipino nicknames include Angie, Gel, Gela, and Gelai.
Related forms
- Ángela Spanish
- Angela Italian
- Angèle French
- Angela German
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Angela with common surname pairs
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How do I use Angela with two Filipino surnames?
Angela is the given name. The full name is Angela + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Angela a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Angela is number 57, with 84,008 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.