Angelique

Angelique (Angélique) is a feminine first name that is widespread in France and the Netherlands. It represents a form of Angelika and can also be interpreted as a pet form of Angela. The meaning of the name includes terms like "the angelic one," "the angel-like one," as well as "the angel" or "the messenger of God."

What does the name Angelique mean?

The first name Angelique (Angélique) has its roots in French and Dutch and is a form of Angelika, often seen as a pet form of Angela. Translated, it means "the angelic one" or "the angel-like one," but also "the angel" and "the messenger of God." The name originates from Ancient Greek and is either derived from the term angelikós, meaning "belonging to an angel" or "angelic," or from the Latin adjective angelicus, which means "angelic," "angel-like," and "like an angel." In German naming, Angelique has been known since the 19th century. Other variants include Angelica, Angelicia, Angelieke, Angeliki, Angelike, Anzelika, Anzhelika, and Anschelika. The name became famous through the eponymous book series by author Anne Golon.

How do you pronounce Angelique?

The pronunciation of the name Angelique is elegant and consists of four syllables. In German, it is usually pronounced as "An-ge-li-ke" [anʒeˈliːk] or [anɡeˈliːk], with the emphasis on the third syllable. The long I creates a bright, resonant middle, and the French-sounding ending "-que" gives the name a fine, slightly exotic echo. Thus, Angelique sounds stylish and melodious – soft, flowing, and with an international flair.

When is the name day of Angelique?

The name day for Angelique is celebrated on January 4 and January 27.

Popularity

In Germany, Angelique is among the less common first names. The name currently ranks 5,884th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2005 at rank 219. In the last ten years, Angelique has been given as a first name about 160 times, placing it 1,892nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,343rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Ang / Ange / Angel / Angela / Angeli / Angeline / Angi / Angie / Ango / Anny / Ansch / Anschi / Geli / Lique

Similar first names

Famous people

• Angelique Arnaud (writer from France)
• Angelique Bates (actress from the USA)
• Angelique Berthenet (French wrestler)
• Angelique Boyer (French actress)
• Angelique Cabral (American actress)
• Angelique Damschen (singer from Germany)
• Angélique de Fontanges (1661–1681), mistress of Louis XIV)
• Angelique de Rouille (Belgian writer)
• Angélique Duvier (German actress)
• Angelique Gerber (South African actress)
• Angelique Hoorn (equestrian)
• Angelique Kerber (German tennis player)
• Angelique Meunier (Australian singer)
• Angelique Monet (American model)
• Angelique Pettyjohn (American actress)
• Angelique Raeven (Dutch artist)
• Angelique Spincer (handball player from South Korea)
• Angelique van der Meet (Dutch tennis player)
• Angelique Widjaja (Indonesian tennis player)
• Dawn Angelique Richard (musician from the USA)