Agnes
pure, chaste, or holy (Greek)
Agnes is a english / spanish girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 140, with 50,820 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
pure, chaste, or holy (Greek)
The name originates from ancient Greek 'hagnos' (holy, pure) and was Latinized as Agnes. In the Philippines, it is a classic Christian name historically chosen for girls born near the feast of Saint Agnes or through traditional Catholic devotions, remaining familiar across multiple generations.
Agnes derives from the Greek name Hagne, meaning 'pure' or 'holy', and was popularized throughout Christendom by the 4th-century martyr Saint Agnes of Rome. In the Philippines, while the Hispanic form Inés existed historically, the English and Latin spelling Agnes became widely established during the 20th century through Catholic education and American influence.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly used as a standalone single given name or paired in traditional compounds (e.g., Maria Agnes). Common Philippine nicknames include Ageng, Nes, or Nessie.
Related forms
- Inés Spanish
- Agnès French
- Agnese Italian
- Inês Portuguese
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Agnes with common surname pairs
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How do I use Agnes with two Filipino surnames?
Agnes is the given name. The full name is Agnes + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Agnes a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Agnes is number 140, with 50,820 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.