Angeline

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Fact sheet

Name
Angeline
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
4

The girl's name Angeline (Angéline) is a French diminutive of the name Angela, which is derived from the ancient Greek name Angelos. In German, Angeline means 'the messenger', 'the envoy', 'the ambassador of God', as well as 'the angel' or 'the angelic one'.

What does the name Angeline mean?

Angeline (Angéline) is a French variant of the name Angela and has its roots in the ancient Greek word Angelos. Its German translation includes terms like 'the messenger', 'the ambassador of God', and 'the angel' or 'the angelic one'. The name originates from the ancient Greek term ángelos (ἄγγελος), which means 'the angel' or 'the messenger', as well as the Latin word angelus, which also means 'the angel'. Variants include Angelika (German), Angelica, Angelicia, Angelique (French), Angelieke, Angeliki, Angelike, Angele, Angeles, Angeli, Angelie, Angely, Angelina (Italian), Angelini, Angelija, Angelita, and Angelic. A common short form is Angie. Male forms of the name include Angelo and Angel.

Where does the name Angeline come from?

The name Angeline has ancient Greek roots and means among other things 'the messenger of God' or 'the envoy'. The etymology is based on the ancient Greek term ángelos, which means 'the angel' or 'the messenger of God', as well as the Latin angelus, which also means 'the angel'. The name is primarily widespread in French.

How do you pronounce Angeline?

The pronunciation of Angeline is three syllables and fluid. It is usually pronounced as 'An-ge-line' [ˈændʒəliːn] or [anʒəˈliːn], with the name starting with an open 'a' sound. The middle syllables create a gentle and even movement with a calm emphasis. The final '-line' provides an elegant sound. Angeline thus conveys a stylish, soft, and timeless impression - a name with a flowing structure and harmonious presence.

When is the name day of Angeline?

The name days of Angeline are January 4, January 27, and May 5.

Popularity

In Germany, Angeline is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. The name achieved its best placement in 2012 with 1,609th place. In the last ten years, Angeline has been given about 30 times, placing it 4,871st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,244th. Worldwide, Angeline is also variably popular.

Nicknames & pet names

Ange / Angel / Angi / Angie / Anni / Lin / Lini

Similar first names

Andjelina

Famous people

  • Angeline Anett Heilfort (actress)
  • Angeline Ball (German actress)
  • Angeline Bauer (German writer)
  • Angeline Malik (Pakistani actress)
  • Angeline Moncayo (actress from the USA)
  • Angeline Quinto (model from the Philippines)
  • Lucy Angeline Bacon (artist from the USA)

Frequently asked questions about the name Angeline

What is the origin of the name Angeline?

The name Angeline has its roots in ancient Greek and means 'the messenger of God' or 'the envoy'. It is derived from the term ángelos, which means 'the angel' or 'the messenger of God'.

What does Angeline mean?

Angeline is a French variant of the name Angela and can be translated as 'the messenger', 'the ambassador of God', or 'the angel'.

How popular is the name Angeline?

Angeline is particularly popular in French-speaking regions, but it is also known and appreciated in other countries.

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