Angelic Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Angelic has its origins in Latin, meaning 'relating to angels' or 'heavenly'. It has evolved through various forms, including Old French and Middle English, reflecting its angelic connotation. The name is perceived as elegant and grace-filled, with no direct biblical relevance. Its historical usage surged in popularity in the late 19th century, and it has several common variants such as Angel and Angelica.
The name Angelic is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Angelic has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Angelic' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6119th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1252nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1792nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2854th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6040th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Angelic' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Angelic"
Pronunciation
/ˈændʒəlɪk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Angelic is derived from the Latin word 'angelicus', which means 'angelic' or 'like an angel'. The root word 'angelus' comes from the Greek 'angelos', meaning 'messenger'.
Meaning
Relating to angels; heavenly.
Language Evolution
Latin: angelicus, Old French: angelique, Middle English: angelik, Modern English: Angelic
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with purity and divinity.
Variants & Derivatives
Angel, Angelica, Angela
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Angelic is seen as elegant and ethereal, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Angelic S. K. Chua, a prominent figure in the world of fashion design., Angelic M. G. Rizzo, known for contributions in literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Angelic"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Angelic"
"Angelic" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6119th of 12526 | 72 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1252nd of 19264 | 1,445 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1792nd of 27321 | 1,178 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2854th of 35406 | 903 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6040th of 30306 | 245 |
Regional Popularity of "Angelic" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Angelic" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.42% 1099th/2937 |
43.47% 1514th/3483 |
39.88% 1403rd/3518 |
25.77% 1042nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.89% 1912th/3685 |
40.45% 1810th/4475 |
39.97% 2076th/5194 |
26.96% 1703rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.96% 3297th/4582 |
50.74% 2620th/5164 |
39.93% 2920th/7313 |
29.26% 2184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
72.91% 4974th/6822 |
68.51% 4300th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Angelic"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Angelic" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.