Girl name
Agnes name meaning
“pure, chaste”
Agnes is a feminine name meaning pure or chaste, derived from Greek hagnē through the Latin form Agnes. The Greek source is a feminine form carrying those meanings. Saint Agnes also established the name’s association with Christian naming tradition, forming part of its history as a given name.
What does Agnes mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Agnes
From Greek hagnē, the feminine form meaning pure or chaste, through Latin Agnes. Saint Agnes established its Christian naming association.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Agnes
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Agnes, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Agnes as a first name
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Agnes Virginia
Interpretation
May she grow into a girl with a pure and sacred heart.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Virginia: maiden, virgin
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Interpretation
May her purity and sacredness shine with light and blessings.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Clara: bright, renowned
- Olga: holy, blessed
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Agnes Melani
Interpretation
A picture of purity within the beauty of deep black.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Melani: dark, black in color
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Interpretation
May purity accompany glory and victory for the people.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Gloria: glory; great honor
- Nicole: victory of the people
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Agnes Rachel
Interpretation
A picture of a ewe embodying purity and sacredness.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Rachel: a ewe
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Interpretation
May a pure heart radiate peace and a brilliant light.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Erina: peace
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
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Agnes Helen
Interpretation
May her purity shine brightly like the light of a torch.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Helen: torch, bright light
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Interpretation
A picture of purity and peace within the beauty of darkness.Meaning of each word
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Melani: dark, black in color
- Irina: peace, tranquility
Agnes as a middle name
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Regina Agnes Jacqueline
Interpretation
May she become a purehearted queen who arrives as a successor.Meaning of each word
- Regina: queen or female ruler
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Jacqueline: supplanter; one who grasps the heel
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Interpretation
A picture of a pure and sacred gift, beautiful as roses.Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Rosalia: associated with roses
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Interpretation
A picture of God's pure gift, with sacredness evoking the sea.Meaning of each word
- Nathania: God has given
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Marina: of the sea
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Interpretation
May purity and sacredness accompany every experience of being born anew.Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Renata: born again
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Interpretation
May God add purity of heart and peace within her.Meaning of each word
- Fina: God will add
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Irina: peace, tranquility
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Interpretation
A picture of a star radiating purity and peace through its light.Meaning of each word
- Esterina: star
- Agnes: pure, chaste
- Irena: peace, tranquility
Agnes as a last name
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Felicia Agnes
Interpretation
May her life hold happiness and good fortune with a pure heart.Meaning of each word
- Felicia: fortunate, happy
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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Gracia Agnes
Interpretation
A picture of an bestowed gift embodying purity and sacredness.Meaning of each word
- Gracia: grace, bestowed favor
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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Stephanie Agnes
Interpretation
A picture of a victory crown radiating purity and sacredness.Meaning of each word
- Stephanie: crown or victory wreath
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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Mariska Agnes
Interpretation
May she be someone dearly loved with a pure heart.Meaning of each word
- Mariska: beloved; bitter; star of the sea
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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Interpretation
May she be a purehearted girl who receives God's compassion.Meaning of each word
- Virginia: maiden, virgin
- Janet: God is gracious
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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Yasinta Agnes
Interpretation
A picture of a hyacinth flower embodying pure and sacred beauty.Meaning of each word
- Yasinta: hyacinth flower
- Agnes: pure, chaste
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How to pronounce Agnes
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦒ꧀ꦤꦺꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮌ᮪ᮔᮨᮞ᮪ |
Is Agnes a girl’s name?
Yes, Agnes is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Agnes ranks #199 among girl names in our data sample (43 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Agnes
Names with related meanings
- Suci♀Pure, free from stain
- Fitriani♀Associated with innate nature and purity
- Murni♀Pure, unmixed
- Fitriana♀Innate nature, original purity
- Karina♀Pure
- Afifah♀Chaste, preserving personal honor
- Ning♂♀Clear
- Fitriyani♀Associated with innate nature or purity
- Fitrah♂♀Innate disposition, original nature
- Nirmala♀Pure, clean and unblemished
- Isma♀Protection, safeguarding
- Murniati♀Pure, free from admixture
Famous people named Agnes
- Agnes Rahajeng · b. 2000
- Agnes Hutapea · b. 2000
- Agnes Naomi
- Agnes Supraptiningsih · b. 1962
- Agnes Debi Rostin Angkasa · b. 1982
- Agnes Dhevie Anita · b. 1977
- Agnes Doyapo · b. 1989
- Agnes Dwi Rianti Welerubun · b. 1967
- Agnes Hari Nugraheni · b. 1967
- Agnes Jenny Tumanan
- Agnes Kurniawan · b. 1962
- Agnes Kusmini · b. 1953
FAQ about the name Agnes
What is the meaning of Agnes?
Agnes means pure, chaste. From Greek hagnē, the feminine form meaning pure or chaste, through Latin Agnes. Saint Agnes established its Christian naming association.
Is Agnes a girl’s name?
Yes, Agnes is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Agnes?
Agnes is of Greek and Latin origin.
How many syllables does Agnes have?
Agnes has 2 syllables (Ag-nes) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Agnes?
Agnes ranks #199 among girl names in our data sample (43 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Agnes?
Some ideas: Agnes Virginia; Regina Agnes Jacqueline; Felicia Agnes.
Famous people named Agnes?
Notable people named Agnes include Agnes Rahajeng, Agnes Hutapea, Agnes Naomi.
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