Vangie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vangie is an American name derived as a diminutive of Evangeline, which means 'bearer of good news' originating from Greek. The name has evolved through various forms, emphasizing its roots in conveying positive messages. It has a vintage charm and is less common today, but carries a warm and friendly image. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vangie"
Pronunciation
/ˈvæn.dʒi/
Origin
American
Etymology
Vangie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Evangeline, which derives from the Greek word 'euangelion', meaning 'good news' or 'gospel'.
Meaning
bearer of good news
Language Evolution
Evangeline, Evangeline's diminutive forms, Vangie
Historical Usage
Vangie gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century as a charming and affectionate nickname.
Variants & Derivatives
Vangie, Evangeline, Eva
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vangie is seen as a quaint and vintage name, evoking a sense of warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Vangie K. Thigpen, American artist, Vangie B. Johnson, American politician
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✨ Vangie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 19 peak births in 1955
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vangie"
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 "Vangie"
"Vangie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4595th of 9107 | 66 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3443rd of 9204 | 128 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2989th of 12526 | 290 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5470th of 19264 | 149 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Vangie" 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 "Vangie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
91.53% 1416th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
60.04% 1666th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vangie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vangie" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Vangie" in the United States
The name Vangie is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Vangie has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Vangie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4595th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3443rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2989th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5470th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Vangie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.