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Andelka is a feminine form of the name Angela, which is common in Croatia and Serbia. The name carries the meanings 'the messenger', 'the envoy', 'the messenger of God', as well as 'the angel'.
What does the name Andelka mean?
Andelka is a Slavic variant of Angela and means among other things 'the messenger' and 'the envoy'. The origin of the name lies in ancient Greek, derived from the word ángelos (ἄγγελος), which means 'the angel', 'the messenger', or 'the messenger of God'. The name can also be derived from Latin, where angelus means 'the angel'. Other variants include Angeles, Angelina, Angelika, and Angelique. In Slavic languages, there are forms like Andela, Andjela, Anda, Andja, Djelika, Andjelina, Andjelija, Angyalka, and Inglina. A common short form is Angie. Male counterparts include Angelo and Angel.
Where does the name Andelka come from?
The name Andelka has its roots in ancient Greek with meanings such as 'the messenger' or 'the envoy'. The ancient Greek creation ángelos stands for 'the angel', 'the messenger', or 'the messenger of God', while angelus in Latin means 'the angel'. The name is common in Croatian, Serbian, and other Slavic and South Slavic language variants.
How do you pronounce Andelka?
The pronunciation of Andelka is three syllables and clearly structured. It is typically pronounced as 'An-del-ka' [anˈdɛlka], starting with an open 'a' sound. The consonant cluster '-lk-' creates a subtle tension and gives the name a distinctive middle. The open '-ka' at the end provides a stable and clear finish. Andelka radiates strength of character, calmness, and groundedness – a name with a compact structure and a striking presence.
When is the name day of Andelka?
The name day for Andelka is celebrated on January 27.
Popularity
In Germany, Andelka is a rather rare name that has not yet appeared in the German first name charts. In Austria, the name reached its best ranking of 1,852 in 2015. In the last ten years, it has been given as a first name there fewer than 10 times, placing it at 5,065 in the ten-year statistics. From 1984 to 2024, it ranks 7,542 in Austria.
Famous people
- Anđelka Martić (Croatian writer)
- Andelka Bego-Simunic (musician from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Frequently asked questions about the name Andelka
What is the origin of the name Andelka?
The name Andelka comes from ancient Greek and means among other things 'the messenger' or 'the envoy'. It is common in Slavic languages, particularly in Croatian and Serbian.
What does the name Andelka mean?
Andelka is a Slavic variant of Angela and is derived from the ancient Greek word ángelos, which means 'the angel', 'the messenger', or 'the messenger of God'.
How popular is the name Andelka?
The popularity of Andelka varies by region, but it is especially common in Slavic-speaking countries. In Germany and other Western countries, the name is less frequent.