Female Name
Neske
ˈnɛs.kə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
animals
baby animals
chastity
sheep
virtues
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
60/100
Meaning & Etymology
Neske is a Dutch diminutive form of the name Agnes, which itself is derived from the Greek name 'Hagnē', meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, with Neske being a particularly affectionate or informal version in Dutch-speaking regions.
Etymology
Original Form:
Agnes
Evolution:
From the Greek 'Hagnē' to Latin 'Agnes', and then to Dutch 'Neske' as a diminutive.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and linguistic studies on Dutch names.