Agatha
Agatha: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæɡəθə/
Meaning and origin of Agatha
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Agatha, from Ancient Greek Ἀγαθή (Agathḗ), from Ancient Greek ἀγαθός (agathós, “good”).
How popular is Agatha?
Since 1880, 9,491 girls in the U.S. have been named Agatha. Its highest rank for girls was #365 in 1891. In 2025, 120 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Agatha FAQ
What does the name Agatha mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Latin Agatha, from Ancient Greek Ἀγαθή (Agathḗ), from Ancient Greek ἀγαθός (agathós, “good”).
What is the origin of the name Agatha?
Agatha is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Agatha?
Since 1880, 9,491 girls in the U.S. have been named Agatha. Its highest rank for girls was #365 in 1891. In 2025, 120 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Agatha a boy or girl name?
Agatha is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,491 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.