What does the name Agnes mean?

Agnes means "pure, holy, chaste." It is of Greek origin.

Is Agnes a boy or girl name?

Agnes is primarily a girls' name.

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Q: What is the origin of the name Agnes?

Agnes is of Greek origin. From the Greek 'hagnos' meaning pure or holy. Saint Agnes of Rome was a 4th-century martyr who became one of the most venerated saints of antiquity. The name was widespread in medieval Europe and is experiencing a quiet revival.

Agnes is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “pure, holy, chaste.”

pronunciation

AG-nes

meaning & origin

The name Agnes means “pure, holy, chaste.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.

From the Greek 'hagnos' meaning pure or holy. Saint Agnes of Rome was a 4th-century martyr who became one of the most venerated saints of antiquity. The name was widespread in medieval Europe and is experiencing a quiet revival.

famous people named Agnes

Saint Agnes of Rome
Agnes Moorehead (actress)
Agnes Martin (painter)
Agnes Varda (filmmaker)

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