Angelica
English · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Angelica
Angelica derives from the Latin word "angelicus," meaning "angelic" or "of angels," which itself comes from the Greek "angelos" (messenger).
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Etymology
Angelica derives from the Latin word "angelicus," meaning "angelic" or "of angels," which itself comes from the Greek "angelos" (messenger). The name gained prominence in Christian contexts during the Medieval period and has been used across European and Latin American cultures, particularly in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking regions.
Angelica currently ranks #708 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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