Engla

Engla is a female first name with Scandinavian roots and represents a form of the old German name Engel. This name derives from designations that begin with 'Engel-' and is also connected to the tribal name of the Angles.

What does the name Engla mean?

The name Engla, which originates from Scandinavian, is a variant of the old German name Engel. It refers to names that start with 'Engel-' and translates to 'the woman from the people of the Angles.' Throughout history, the name has increasingly been associated with the modern German term Engel, which means 'the angel,' 'the messenger,' or 'the envoy.' Other forms of the name include Engeline, Engelina, and Engelke.

Where does the name Engla come from?

Engla has its roots in Old High German and is considered a female first name meaning 'the woman from the people of the Angles.' The term is composed of Engel (Modern German: the angels) and angil (Old High German: the Angle, the tribal name of the Angles) or angul (Old High German: the angle, the fishhook). The language is Scandinavian.

How do you pronounce Engla?

The name Engla is pronounced in two syllables and has a gentle sound: 'En-gla' [ˈɛŋla]. The central nasal sound gives it a round, harmonious tone, while the open '-a' provides a bright finish. Engla radiates Nordic clarity and appears simple, friendly, and with a calm presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Engla is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Engla achieved its best ranking in 2015, when it placed 4,092nd. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 10 times, placing it 7,402nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Engla ranks 8,788th.