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Agnes vs Tara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Agnes

Girl #1,064 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, holy, chaste"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian Polish Spanish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,064
Total SSA Count
233
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Agnes Rank #1,064
Tara Rank #1,022

Tara is more popular, ranked #1022 vs #1064 for Agnes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Agnes or Tara more popular?

Tara is more popular, ranked #1022 compared to Agnes at #1064 in the United States.

What do Agnes and Tara mean?

Agnes means "pure, holy, chaste" (Greek origin). Tara means "rocky hill, hill of kings" (Celtic origin).

Are Agnes and Tara boy or girl names?

Agnes is primarily a girl name. Tara is primarily a girl name.

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