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Angela is a feminine name of ancient Latin-Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'angelos' (ἄγγελος) meaning 'angel' or 'messenger'. The name passed through Latin as 'Angelus' and became the feminine form 'Angela' in Christian Europe. In Jewish communities, the name Angela became particularly popular among Italian, Spanish, and Greek Jews from the Middle Ages onward, as Jewish families adopted local names while maintaining connection to Jewish spiritual concepts. The name expresses the idea of purity, holiness, and spiritual mission, paralleling the concept of the angel in Jewish tradition - a spiritual entity serving as a divine messenger and intermediary between heaven and earth. In Jewish culture, the concept of angels holds a central place in biblical and rabbinic literature. The Bible describes angels as messengers of God performing various missions - from announcing good news to protecting humans. In the Book of Genesis, angels visited Abraham, an angel guarded Jacob, and in the Book of Exodus, an angel was sent to redeem Israel through Moses. The name Angela, when given to a Jewish girl, expresses hope that she will possess angelic qualities - purity of heart, generosity of spirit, and the ability to be a messenger of good in the world. In many Jewish families, the name is chosen to honor European tradition while maintaining deep spiritual values. Angela is an international name recognized and common in many cultures worldwide - from Europe through America to Asia. In Israel, the name carries a cosmopolitan and modern character, and is especially popular among families of Sephardic, Italian, and Greek descent. The name conveys elegance, gentle femininity, and connection to eternal values of goodness and beauty. Women bearing the name Angela are often perceived as having a sensitive, empathetic, and devoted character, with a tendency to care for others and be a source of comfort and inspiration. The name carries a sense of light, hope, and optimism, and is particularly suitable for parents seeking a name that combines ancient tradition with modern universality, a name that resonates both in Israel and anywhere in the world.

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Angela | Angelah | Anjela

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1 Chronicles 21:15 - And God sent an angel unto Jerusalem to destroy it

In Kabbalah, angels represent spiritual forces operating in the higher worlds and influencing physical reality. The name Angela is connected to the idea of spiritual abundance, divine light, and connection between the physical and spiritual worlds. It symbolizes purity of soul and the ability to be a channel for blessing and goodness.

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Angela Merkel - Former Chancellor of Germany | Angela Bassett - American actress | Angela Lansbury - British-American actress | Angela Davis - American civil rights activist

אנג'ליקה | אנג'ל | מיכאלה | גבריאלה | רפאלה

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