Tangela
Tangela is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,688 in the US, popular nicknames include Tan, Tay, and Tanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tangela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 3,784 babies have been named Tangela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tangela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,688 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,688
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Tangela
Tangela is a girl name .
Tangela is currently ranked #16,688 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tangela include Tan, Tay, Tanie, and Tangie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis