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Origin: Greek

Meaning: messenger of God; angel

Possessing a most gentle sound, Aniela is a feminine name emerging with purpose from the Greek ángelos. Closely linked to Angela, Aniela shares its meaning "messenger of God," though it bears it far more subtly. Aniela may be defined as an "angel," but its unique iteration encourages baby to decipher its meaning in keeping with their individuality. More than an agent, young Aniela could reflect one who guards most lovingly or leads by example through acts of deep compassion.