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Agnes vs Winifred

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
Winifred Rank #1,027

Winifred is more popular, ranked #1027 vs #1064 for Agnes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Agnes or Winifred more popular?

Winifred is more popular, ranked #1027 compared to Agnes at #1064 in the United States.

What do Agnes and Winifred mean?

Agnes means "pure, holy, chaste" (Greek origin). Winifred means "holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation" (Welsh origin).

Are Agnes and Winifred boy or girl names?

Agnes is primarily a girl name. Winifred is primarily a girl name.

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