Indian name meaning
Agnes
♀ GirlAg·nes · 2 syllables
Pure; holy
- Origin
- Greek
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
| A | g | n | e | s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
1 + 3 + 5 + 5 + 3 = 17, then 1 + 7 = 8. So Agnes carries the name number 8.
About the name Agnes
Agnes is a girl's name of Greek origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Pure; holy.”
Spoken aloud it is Ag·nes — 2 syllables. Agnes is scarce in Indian public population records. Those cover adults, so names popular with today's newborns often score low here.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Agnes mean?
Agnes means “Pure; holy.” It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Is Agnes a boy or a girl name?
Agnes is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Agnes?
Agnes is of Greek origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
How do you pronounce Agnes?
Agnes has 2 syllables and is said as Ag·nes.
What is the numerology number of the name Agnes?
In the Chaldean system, Agnes has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
Is Agnes a common name in India?
Agnes does not appear in the set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records we check. Those cover adults, so a name popular with today's newborns can still score zero.
What names go well with Agnes?
For a brother to Agnes, families often stay within the same Greek naming tradition — Alexander, Andrew, Peter or Stephen all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Agnes?
James or Charles share Agnes's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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