The baby name Pierangela is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced /pjɛranˈdʒɛla/ (PYER-an-JEH-la).
Pierangela is Italian in Origin.
The baby name Pierangela is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced /pjɛranˈdʒɛla/ (PYER-an-JEH-la).
Pierangela is Italian in Origin.
Pierangela is an Italian feminine compound name formed from Piera (the feminine of Pietro, via Latin Petrus from Greek Petros, “rock, stone”) and Angela (from Greek angelos, “messenger; angel”). Together they convey the devotional sense of a “steadfast angel” or “angel on the rock,” pairing firmness with grace - typical of Italian saint-inspired compounds.
Used chiefly in Italy, Pierangela saw modest use in the mid-20th century, when blending names of revered figures - Saint Peter and the angelic host - was fashionable for baptismal names. It remains rare today, lending it a vintage, distinctly Italian flavor. Variants and spellings include Pier’Angela, Pier-Angela, and the related southern form Pietrangela; the masculine counterpart is Pierangelo. Short forms and nicknames include Piera, Angela, Lina, and Gela; related cognates are Pietra, Piera, Angela, Angelina, and Angelica. The name suits those seeking a faith-tinged classic with quiet strength.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 0 | #329 | 1 | 6,350 | |
| CL | 0 | #433 | 2 | 6,867 | |
| IT | Girls | 0 | #512 | 1,799 | 9,415 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #535 | 2 | 6,731 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #630 | 1 | 8,289 |
| IT | 0 | #633 | 82 | 4,183 | |
| BO | Girls | 0 | #651 | 1 | 9,488 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #907 | 9 | 14,098 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #917 | 2 | 17,948 |
| BR | Girls | 0 | #991 | 2 | 12,708 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,150 | 3 | 16,140 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,267 | 1 | 17,781 |
Pierangela is popular in 10 countries — most recent births per country:
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