'angioataxia' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'angeion' meaning 'vessel' and 'ataxia' meaning 'lack of order or coordination'.

'angioataxia' was formed in modern medical terminology by combining the Greek roots 'angio-' and 'ataxia', and has been used in English medical literature since the late 19th century.

Initially, it meant 'lack of coordination of blood vessels', and this meaning has remained consistent in medical usage.