A Funky-Clunky name combining antique charm with backbone.
Origin: |
Agatha is the Latinised for of the Greek name Αγαθη (Agathe). It derives from the Greek αγαθος (agathos) meaning "good," particularly something intrinsically good or good in nature, but was also used within the same context to mean "noble," "brave," "moral," "fortunate," and "useful." |
Usage: |
St Agatha was a 3rd century Sicilian martyr who was popularly revered throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. At least four churches in England were dedicated to her. William the Conqueror had a daughter called Agatha. The name was well used in the Victorian period. In 2010 the name ranked #878 with 40 births in England and Wales. |
Famous Bearers: |
* Three saints were called Agatha. |
Variants: |
Agathe (Greek, German, French, Danish, Norwegian) Agace (Medieval French) Agata (Italian, Spanish, Czech, Polish, Swedish) Agueda (Portuguese, Spanish) Agafia, Agafya (Russian) |
Pronunciation: |
AG-ə-thə [key] |
Diminutives: |
Aggie, Attie |
Sibling Names: |
Eugenie Matilda Winifred Gwyneth Theodora Ottilie |
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