Angeleque
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "angelic" or "divine messenger".
Name Census estimates that about 41 living Americans carry the first name Angeleque. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Angeleque today is around 51 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Angeleque births was 1970 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Angeleque. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Angeleque. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
41
~ 1 in 8,359,862 Americans
Peak year
1970
14 babies that year
Average age
51
years old
1992 SSA rank
#10,549
Tracked since 1970
Popularity
Angeleque: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Angeleque from the 1970s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 39 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Angeleque by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Angeleque during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Angeleque
Angeleque is a feminine given name with its origins in the French language. Its earliest roots can be traced back to the Greek word "angelos," meaning "messenger" or "angel." This name likely emerged during the Middle Ages in France, reflecting the cultural and religious influences of that era.
The name Angeleque bears a striking resemblance to the French word "angelique," which directly translates to "angelic" or "angel-like." This connection suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as having a pure, divine, or heavenly quality.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Angeleque can be found in the 12th century French literary work "Le Roman de la Rose." In this allegorical poem, Angeleque is portrayed as a character representing the embodiment of angelic virtues.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Angeleque. In the 16th century, Angeleque de Rouville (1505-1571) was a prominent French noblewoman and courtier during the reign of King Francis I. Her influential role in the French court and patronage of the arts left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the time.
Another figure of historical significance was Angeleque Arnauld (1591-1661), a French Catholic nun and mystic who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Port-Royal Abbey in Paris. Her writings and spiritual teachings garnered widespread acclaim and influenced religious thought in 17th century France.
In the realm of literature, Angeleque Durand (1683-1748) was a French poet and playwright whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Her poetic contributions earned her recognition among the literary circles of her time.
During the 18th century, Angeleque de Saint-Aubin (1724-1795) was a renowned French engraver and printmaker, celebrated for her exquisite etchings and engravings that captured the essence of Parisian life and culture.
Lastly, Angeleque Briceau (1803-1879) was a Belgian painter known for her intricate still-life compositions and landscapes. Her artwork was widely exhibited and appreciated during the 19th century, solidifying her place as a prominent figure in the Belgian art scene.
While the name Angeleque has its roots in French culture and language, its angelic connotations and historical associations have transcended geographical boundaries, making it a name with a rich and fascinating past.
People
Angeleque + last name combinations
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FAQ
Angeleque: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Angeleque?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 41 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Angeleque going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 8,359,862 US residents.
Is Angeleque a common name?
We classify Angeleque as "Very Rare". It ranks above 51.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 46 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Angeleque most popular?
The single biggest year for Angeleque was 1970, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Angeleque is about 51 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Angeleque in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Angeleque a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Angeleque in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Angeleque still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Angeleque in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Angeleque can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Angeleque?
Want to know how many Americans are named Angeleque? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.