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Enga

EN-guh /ˈɛŋɡə/

At a glance

In short
Enga is a delicate and unique feminine name with Old Norse origins, meaning "angel." Pronounced as EN-guh (/ˈɛŋɡə/), it exudes grace and elegance.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1978 (#8,562)
Babies in 1978
6 (<0.01% of girls)
Peak
#1,596 in 1899
First recorded
1899

Meaning of Enga

Enga is a feminine name with origins that can be traced back to Old Norse. It is derived from the word "engill," which means "angel" in English. The name Enga has a beautiful and delicate sound, making it an ideal choice for parents looking for a unique and ethereal name for their baby girl. This name has been given to a small number of newborn girls in the United States throughout the years, with occasional appearances on the popularity charts. While it may not be widely used, Enga carries a sense of grace and elegance, making it a charming option for those seeking something distinctive for their daughter.

How to pronounce Enga

Popularity of Enga in the U.S.

Enga was last recorded in the U.S. in 1978, ranked #8,562 with 6 babies. It peaked at #1,596 in 1899. It first appears in the records in 1899.

Bar and line chart: Enga in the U.S., 1899–1978. Bars: girls given the name each year, most 7 in 1970 and 6 in 1978. Line: rank among girl names, peak #1,596 in 1899, #8,562 in 1978.
  • Girls named Enga (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 1899–1978. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1899⁠–⁠1978 5 rows
Enga: babies and rank among girl names in the U.S. by year
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
197868,562back (not recorded in 1973–1977)
197258,292back (not recorded in 1971)
197076,362back (not recorded in 1964–1969)
196365,891back (not recorded in 1900–1962)
189951,596new