Agnes
Agnes is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Latin origin, meaning “Pure, chaste, holy”.
| Meaning | Pure, chaste, holy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin |
| Written as | Ἁγνή |
| Pronunciation | AG-nis |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | England, Sweden, Poland, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Agnes
Agnes is the Latin form of the Greek Hagne, from hagnos, 'pure' or 'chaste'. Because it sounds like Latin agnus, 'lamb', Saint Agnes is often shown holding a lamb. She was a young Roman martyr of the early fourth century, and her popularity made Agnes one of the most common girls' names of medieval Europe. Saint Agnes of Bohemia and Agnes of Assisi, sister of Saint Clare, carried it too.
Is Agnes a Christian name?
Agnes is a firmly Christian name: Saint Agnes of Rome is honoured on 21 January and named in the Roman Canon of the Mass.
How popular is Agnes?
Popular again in Scandinavia and used as a vintage revival elsewhere; Inés and Ines are common in Spanish- and German-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Agnes mean?
Agnes means 'Pure, chaste, holy'. It is of Greek, via Latin origin.
Is Agnes a Christian name?
Agnes is a firmly Christian name: Saint Agnes of Rome is honoured on 21 January and named in the Roman Canon of the Mass.
How do you pronounce Agnes?
Agnes is pronounced AG-nis.
Is Agnes a boy or girl name?
Agnes is usually a girl name.