Angelica
Meaning: Angelic, like an angel
Origin: Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #1365
Total births: 1,371
History: Since the Liberation of Paris in 1944, Angelica has adorned the records of France. It resonates with Françoise Hardy's yé-yé music and the spirit of the bridges of Paris. As timeless as the Pont Neuf, it endures with grace.
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| Current rank (2021) | #1988 |
| Babies named Angelica in 2021 | 12 |
| Total recorded in France | 1,343 |
| Peak year | 1988 (44 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #520 |
| Years in records | 1941–2021 (78 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 392 spots |
Frequently asked about Angelica
What does the name Angelica mean?
Angelica means “Angelic, like an angel” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Angelica?
Angelica has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Angelic, like an angel”.
How popular is Angelica in France?
Angelica ranked #1988 in France in 2021 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Angelica most popular?
Angelica peaked in 1988 with 44 babies registered that year in France.
Is Angelica a boy or girl name?
Angelica is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Angelicas in registered births are female.
Is the name Angelica rising or falling in popularity?
Angelica has risen 392 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #2380 in 2016 to #1988 in 2021.
How long has Angelica been recorded in France?
Angelica appears in birth records in France across 78 years — from 1941 through 2021.