Agnes
Origin/Usage
Greek
Pronunciation
AG-nəs
Meaning
Sacred, chaste
More info about the name "Agnes"

Agnes originates in Greek language and means "sacred, chaste". Probably encouraged by Saint Agnes of Rome, a famous Christian saint, the name has been one of the most popular feminine given names for centuries, with occasional changes in spelling. Saint Agnes is the patron saint of chastity, engaged couples and virgins.

Popularity of the Name Agnes
Also Spelled Like...

Agna, Agnessa, Agnis, Aggie, Anneska, Annisha, Anson, Ines, Agneta, Agnetha, Annis

Famous Agnes

Agnes Goodsir - artist
Agnes Grant - writer
Agnes Herbert - writer
Agnes Keith - published author
Agnes Martin - Canadian artist
Agnes Moorehead - actress
Agnes Richmond - artist
Agnes Soral - actress
Agnes Tait - artist
Agnes Warner - writer

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