Ange
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"angel, messenger"
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Ange Origin and Meaning
The name Ange is a boy's name of French origin.
Ange is a masculine name of French origin, derived from the Latin word "angelus" meaning "messenger" or "angel." While more commonly used as a feminine name in English-speaking countries, Ange is traditionally masculine in French culture. This elegant and spiritual name carries celestial connotations, reflecting divine messengers in many religions. In France, it has maintained modest popularity throughout the centuries, often chosen for its simple yet meaningful nature. Despite its brevity, Ange carries significant symbolic weight, representing purity, protection, and guidance. The name's brevity and soft sound make it distinctive yet accessible across different cultures.
Famous People Named Ange
- Ange Auguste Joseph de Laborde de MarchainvilleFrench explorer
- Ange de GrimoardFrench Cardinal
- Ange de SainteRosalie (born François Baffard), French genealogist and friar
- Ange DiawaraRepublic of the Congo politician
- Ange Édouard PounguiPrime Minister of the Republic of the Congo
- Ange ManciniFrench politician
- Ange PostecoglouAustralian footballer and coach
- Charles Ange LaisantFrench politician
- JeanJoseph Ange d'Hautpoul, French cavalry general
The name Ange in Pop Culture
- Used in compound names such as MichelAnge, Marie,Ange, and Fleur,Ange