Angelita

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Angelita Pronunciation

Angelita is pronounced ahn-heh-LEE-tah /ˌɑn.hɛˈli.tɑ/Medium

Meaning: Spanish diminutive of Angela — from Greek angelos, 'messenger, angel' — 'little angel'Medium

In 30 seconds: A little angel: Angelita is the Spanish diminutive of Angela — 'little angel'. Sweet, warm, and lyrical (said 'ahn-heh-LEE-tah').

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Origin HighGreek, Spanish

MeaningSpanish diminutive of Angela — from Greek angelos, 'messenger, angel' — 'little angel'

U.S. rank (2024)#5019 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1975

Total births (all-time)≈ 11,685

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Angelita is a Spanish diminutive of Angela — from Greek angelos, 'messenger, angel' — 'little angel'. A sweet, warm, lyrical name across the Spanish-speaking world (said 'ahn-heh-LEE-tah').

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, little-angel at the root, and sweet.

Did you know? Angela means 'messenger, angel' (Greek) — Angelita is its tender Spanish diminutive, 'little angel'; sweet and warm (the Spanish G reads as H).

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Angela — root etymology

Variations

AngelaAngelinaAngelica

Nicknames

AngieLita

Themes & Styles

Greek Spanish Angelic

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If you like Angelita…

Angelina— a fellow Angel- name

Angelica— a companion Angel- name

Angela— the root name

Adelita— a fellow Spanish choice

Margarita— another Spanish name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Angelita?

Angelita is pronounced ahn-heh-LEE-tah (/ˌɑn.hɛˈli.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Angelita said aloud.

How do you say Angelita?

Angelita is said ahn-heh-LEE-tah (/ˌɑn.hɛˈli.tɑ/). Press play above to hear Angelita said aloud.

What does the name Angelita mean?

Angelita is the Spanish diminutive of Angela — 'little angel'.

Is Angelita a boy or girl name?

Angelita is a girl's name.

How popular is Angelita?

Angelita is a rare name in the U.S.