UK girl's name
Angelle
Feminine diminutive of the Latin name "Angela", meaning "messenger of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Angelle is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Angelle popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 5 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1999 to 2009. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Angelle. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Angelle ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 5 girls were registered as Angelle.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Angelle as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
5 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Angelle mean?
The name Angelle is a French feminine given name that originated in the Middle Ages. It is a variant of the name Angela, which is derived from the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." The name was likely introduced to France during the Christianization of the region, as it was a popular name among early Christian communities.
The earliest recorded use of the name Angelle can be traced back to the 13th century in France. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Angelle de Foix, a French noblewoman who lived in the late 13th century and was known for her piety and charitable works.
In the 14th century, the name gained popularity among the French aristocracy. Angelle de Valois, a daughter of King Charles VII of France, was born in 1412 and was known for her influential role in the French court during her lifetime.
During the Renaissance period, the name Angelle was associated with several notable figures. Angelle Merici, an Italian religious educator and founder of the Ursuline Order, was born in 1474 and played a significant role in promoting education for young women.
In the 17th century, the name Angelle was popularized in France through the works of renowned authors and playwrights. Angelle Deshoulières, a French poet and playwright, was born in 1638 and is remembered for her contributions to the literary world of her time.
Another notable figure from this period was Angelle Duval, a French painter and printmaker who lived from 1662 to 1727. She was known for her portraits and religious scenes, and her works can be found in several museums across Europe.
In the 19th century, the name Angelle gained further popularity and spread beyond France. Angelle Merici, an American educator and philanthropist, was born in 1832 and dedicated her life to establishing schools and educational institutions for underprivileged children.
As the name Angelle has a long and rich history, it has been borne by many notable individuals throughout different eras and cultures, reflecting its enduring popularity and significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Angelle over time
The chart below shows babies named Angelle registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Angelle, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Angelle by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Angelle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4266 | 11 | 3 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Angelle
- 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
Angelle: questions and answers
How popular is the name Angelle in the UK right now?
In 2009, Angelle was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Angelle most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 5 babies registered as Angelle in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Angelle?
Feminine diminutive of the Latin name "Angela", meaning "messenger of God".
How many people are called Angelle in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Angelle across the 4 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.