Female Name
Agnete
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
61/100
Meaning & Etymology
Agneta is a Scandinavian variant of the feminine given name Agnes, which is derived from the Latin name Agnes. The name Agnes itself comes from the Greek word 'hagnos', meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. Agnete, a Danish and Norwegian variant, shares this origin and meaning, emphasizing purity and sanctity.
Etymology
Original Form:
Agnes
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Latin 'Agnes' to various Scandinavian forms such as Agnete, Agneta, Agnetha, and Agnethe.
Source:
Latin and Greek origins, with 'hagnos' meaning 'pure' or 'holy'.