Agnes vs Tilly

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
Nicknames
Aggie, Nessie, Nez

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Agnes Rank #1,064
Tilly Rank #952

Tilly is more popular, ranked #952 vs #1064 for Agnes.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Agnes ___

  • Agnes Rose
  • Agnes Claire
  • Agnes Mary
  • Agnes Jane
  • Agnes Louise
  • Agnes Beatrice

Tilly ___

  • Tilly Rose
  • Tilly Mae
  • Tilly Jane
  • Tilly Grace
  • Tilly Anne
  • Tilly Blythe

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Agnes

Ruth Vera Mabel Edmund Arthur

If you choose Tilly

Mabel Elsie Bertie Archie Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Agnes or Tilly more popular?

Tilly is more popular, ranked #952 compared to Agnes at #1064 in the United States.

What do Agnes and Tilly mean?

Agnes means "pure, holy, chaste" (Greek origin). Tilly means "strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Agnes and Tilly boy or girl names?

Agnes is primarily a girl name. Tilly is primarily a girl name.

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