Angelina in Chinese
Angelina in Chinese is 安吉丽娜 (Ān Jí Lì Nà).
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- messenger, angel
The name traces back to Greek sources, where it is usually explained as "messenger, angel". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 2000s. Names sharing the same root meaning include Angela, Angel.
3 ways to write Angelina
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
安吉丽娜
Ān Jí Lì Nà
The standard transliteration of Angelina: 安 (ān, "peace, safety"), 吉 (jí, "lucky, auspicious"), 丽 (lì, "beautiful, elegant"), 娜 (nà, "graceful, elegant"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 安 (ān) carries "an", 吉 (jí) carries "ge", 丽 (lì) carries "li", 娜 (nà) carries "na". The tone contour is 1-2-4-4 (high level, rising, falling, falling).
Character breakdown
29 strokes total (simplified)- 安
ān
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
peace, safety
- 吉
jí
Tone 2 · 6 strokes (simplified)
lucky, auspicious
- 丽
lì
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
beautiful, elegant
- 娜
nà
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
graceful, elegant
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
恩玥
Ēn Yuè
Inspired by "messenger, angel": 恩 (ēn, "grace, kindness") + 玥 (yuè, "legendary pearl / divine jade"), expressing blessing and divine protection.
Why these characters?
The idea of "messenger" behind Angelina is rendered by 恩, "grace, kindness"; 玥, "legendary pearl / divine jade", completes it.
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 恩
ēn
Tone 1 · 10 strokes (simplified)
grace, kindness
- 玥
yuè
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
legendary pearl / divine jade
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
安天
Ān Tiān
安 (ān, "peace, safety") + 天 (tiān, "heaven, sky"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 安 (ān), the same opening character as the transliteration 安吉丽娜, for the "an" sound, and replaces the rest with 天 ("heaven, sky") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
10 strokes total (simplified)- 安
ān
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
peace, safety
- 天
tiān
Tone 1 · 4 strokes (simplified)
heaven, sky
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 117,573 girls named Angelina since 1880, with the high point in 2005 (5,809 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #261 to #199 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2005
- Peak decade
- 2000s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 117,573
More About Angelina in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Angelina offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Angelina, you'll find options that work for you.
Names with the same root meaning include Angela in Chinese, and Angel in Chinese, which share similar origins or meanings.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Angela in Chinese, Angel in Chinese, and Patricia in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Lydia in Chinese, Brittney in Chinese, Breanna in Chinese, Layla in Chinese, and Bethany in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Angelina, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Angelina to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Angelina in Chinese characters?
安吉丽娜 (Ān Jí Lì Nà), or 安吉麗娜 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How many strokes does 安吉丽娜 have?
29 strokes in simplified form and 40 in traditional; per character: 安 6, 吉 6, 丽 8, 娜 9.
Is there a Chinese name for Angelina with real meaning?
Try 恩玥 (Ēn Yuè): grace, kindness + legendary pearl / divine jade, inspired by "messenger, angel". For something that still sounds like Angelina, 安天 (Ān Tiān) is a middle ground.