Agatha
Agatha is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Good, honourable”.
| Meaning | Good, honourable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Ἀγάθη |
| Pronunciation | AG-uh-thuh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | England, Italy, Poland, France |
Meaning and origin of Agatha
Agatha comes from the Greek word agathos, meaning good, so the name is understood as 'good woman'. It spread across Europe through devotion to Saint Agatha of Sicily, a third-century virgin martyr from Catania. The name was common in medieval England and later became tied in many minds to the crime writer Agatha Christie. After a long quiet spell it has gained a vintage appeal again.
Is Agatha a Christian name?
Saint Agatha is one of the early martyrs named in the Roman Canon of the Catholic Mass and is a patron saint of Sicily, so the name has deep Christian roots, especially among Catholics and Orthodox.
How popular is Agatha?
An old-fashioned name now quietly returning in English-speaking countries; Agata remains familiar in Italy and Poland.
Gifts with the name Agatha
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Spellings and variants of Agatha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Agatha mean?
Agatha means 'Good, honourable'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Agatha a Christian name?
Saint Agatha is one of the early martyrs named in the Roman Canon of the Catholic Mass and is a patron saint of Sicily, so the name has deep Christian roots, especially among Catholics and Orthodox.
How do you pronounce Agatha?
Agatha is pronounced AG-uh-thuh.
Is Agatha a boy or girl name?
Agatha is usually a girl name.