Angheli / Angela / Angelina / Angelica / Angélique

The name Angheli is a variant of Angela, which derives from the Late Latin name Angelina, itself a diminutive of the Greek word 'angelos' (ἄγγελος). 'Angelos' means 'messenger' or 'envoy' and in a religious context, it refers to a celestial being. The name gained popularity through its association with Christian beliefs about angels.

While Angela has been widely used across many cultures, Angheli specifically appears to be a less common, perhaps localized or modernized, variant. Its usage is often found in regions influenced by Eastern European or Slavic naming conventions, where the 'i' ending is common for feminine names. It retains the core meaning and spiritual connotations of its root.