Agnes
Agnes: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæɡ.nɪs/
Meaning and origin of Agnes
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Ἁγνή (Hagnḗ), coming from Ancient Greek ἁγνός (hagnós, “pure, chaste”), Ancient Greek ἁγνεία (hagneía, “purity, chastity”). Doublet of Inez.
How popular is Agnes?
Since 1880, 159,517 girls and 465 boys in the U.S. have been named Agnes (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #728 in 1901. In 2025, 246 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Agnes FAQ
What does the name Agnes mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek Ἁγνή (Hagnḗ), coming from Ancient Greek ἁγνός (hagnós, “pure, chaste”), Ancient Greek ἁγνεία (hagneía, “purity, chastity”). Doublet of Inez.
What is the origin of the name Agnes?
Agnes is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Agnes?
Since 1880, 159,517 girls and 465 boys in the U.S. have been named Agnes (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 1899. Its highest rank for boys was #728 in 1901. In 2025, 246 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Agnes a boy or girl name?
Agnes is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 159,517 girls and 465 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.