UK girl's name
Angeleen
A feminine name derived from the Greek "angelos", meaning "messenger of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Angeleen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Angeleen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2003 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Angeleen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Angeleen ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 girls were registered as Angeleen.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Angeleen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Angeleen mean?
The name Angeleen finds its origins in the Greek language, derived from the word "angelos," which means "messenger" or "angel." It is believed to have emerged during the Byzantine era, around the 4th to 6th centuries AD, when Christianity spread across the Eastern Mediterranean region.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Angeleen can be found in the Greek Christian hagiographies, which are biographies of saints and holy figures. These texts often referred to celestial beings, such as angels, and it is possible that the name Angeleen was inspired by these heavenly messengers.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Angeleen. One of the earliest recorded figures was Angeleen of Nicomedia, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century AD during the Roman persecutions. She was revered for her unwavering faith and courage in the face of adversity.
In the 12th century, Angeleen of Foligno was an Italian mystic and Franciscan tertiary known for her spiritual writings and visions. Her influential work, "The Book of the Divine Consolation," explored the depths of divine love and mystical experiences.
During the Renaissance period, Angeleen Merici (1470-1540) was an Italian religious educator and founder of the Ursuline Sisters, a Catholic order dedicated to the education of young girls. Her innovative approach to teaching and commitment to empowering women through education left a lasting impact on the educational landscape of her time.
In the artistic realm, Angeleen Viljoen (1964-2022) was a renowned South African sculptor and painter celebrated for her intricate and thought-provoking works. Her pieces often explored themes of identity, culture, and the human condition, earning her critical acclaim both nationally and internationally.
Lastly, Angeleen Delaney (1939-2018) was an American author and educator who dedicated her life to promoting literacy and encouraging a love of reading among children. Her beloved picture books, such as "Counting Kisses" and "Love Letters from a Bear," captivated young readers and inspired generations of families to cherish the joy of storytelling.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Angeleen over time
The chart below shows babies named Angeleen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Angeleen, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Angeleen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Angeleen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5831 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4373 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Angeleen
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Angeleen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Angeleen in the UK right now?
In 2012, Angeleen was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Angeleen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Angeleen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Angeleen?
A feminine name derived from the Greek "angelos", meaning "messenger of God".
How many people are called Angeleen in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Angeleen across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.