Agnese

Agnese is primarily a variant found in Italy and a Latvian adaptation of the name Agnes, which is considered a Latinized form of the Greek name Hagne (Ἁγνή). The name carries the meanings 'the Pure', 'the Chaste', 'the Holy One', and also 'the Lamb'.

What does the name Agnese mean?

Agnese is primarily an Italian form and a Latvian derivative of the name Agnes, which is considered a Latinized version of the Greek Hagne (Ἁγνή). The name means 'the Pure', 'the Chaste', 'the Holy One', and also 'the Lamb'. The origin of Agnese lies in the Ancient Greek hagnós ‎(ἁγνός) or agní ‎(αγνή), which means 'pure', 'chaste', 'holy', 'purifying', 'sanctified', and 'consecrated', or in the Latin word agnus for 'the Lamb'. Due to the veneration of Saint Agnes of Rome, who died as a martyr, the name spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. Variants include Agnesa, Agnessa, Agnete, Agneta, Agnethe, Agnetha, Agnette, Agneza, and Agne. Other derivatives are Agnita, Agni, Agnieszka, Agniezka, Agnija, Agnia, and Agnis, as well as the names Aune, Ines, and Inez. Male variants are Agnus and Agnius.

Where does the name Agnese come from?

The etymology of Agnese is Ancient Greek, meaning 'the Pure'. The Ancient Greek

How do you pronounce Agnese?

The sound and pronunciation of Agnese show that the name is three syllables, soft, and rich in tradition. It is pronounced as 'Ag-ne-se' [aɡˈneːzə] or [aɡˈneːse] and begins with an open 'Ag', conveying a certain directness. The consonant combination '-gn-' provides a distinctive, structured middle. The final syllable '-se' with a sibilant sound gives the name a light, clear finish. Thus, Agnese appears classic, feminine, and present – structured in form and gentle in resonance.

When is the name day of Agnese?

The name day for Agnese is celebrated on January 21 and March 2.

Popularity

In Germany, Agnese is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2013, when it ranked 2,008th. Over the last ten years, Agnese has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,120th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 4,055th.

Nicknames & pet names

Agi

Similar first names

Famous people

• Agnese Aboltina (Alpine skier from Lithuania)
• Agnese Allegrini (badminton player from Italy)
• Agnese Dolci (Italian painter)
• Agnese Nano (Italian actress)
• Agnese Ozolina (swimmer)
• Agnese Possamai (Italian long-distance runner)
• Agnese Ricco (Italian footballer)
• Agnese Schebest (singer from Austria)
• Agnese Zeltina (actress)
• Contessa Agnese Ristori (character from the Italian series 'La figlia di Elisa')