How to Pronounce Agnes
Agnes / aɡnihs /
The name Agnes is a Female name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Female name that means "Pure" or "Holy"". It is pronounced aɡnihs.
Scandinavian Female
Meaning & Origin
Agnes is a Scandinavian name meaning "Female name that means "Pure" or "Holy"". Agnes comes from the Greek word "hagnos" (ἁγνός), meaning "pure" or "holy".
Quick Facts
Language Scandinavian
Gender Female
Phonetic aɡnihs
IPA æɡnɪs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as aɡnihs. Keep the original Scandinavian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Agnes
- · Agnes Moorehead - Actress
- · Agnes of Rome - Saint
Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Agnes?
- Agnes is pronounced aɡnihs.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Agnes?
- The correct pronunciation of Agnes is aɡnihs (IPA: æɡnɪs).
- Is Agnes a Scandinavian name?
- Yes, Agnes is a Scandinavian name meaning "Female name that means "Pure" or "Holy"".
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