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Ines
Pronounced ee-NES /iˈnes/Low
Meaning: Pure, chaste, holyLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Ines derives from the Spanish and Portuguese rendering of the Greek name Hagne, meaning pure or holy, through the Latin Agnes. Saint Agnes of Rome, martyred at age 12 or 13 in the 4th century, helped popularize the name throughout Christian Europe.
Ines has been used by royalty in Portugal and Spain for centuries and has seen a renaissance in contemporary European and American naming. Without the accent (Inés), it is the standard Spanish form. The French spell it Ines as well, and it is fashionable across Europe today.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Ines de Castro (1325–1355)Galician noblewoman, posthumously recognized Queen of Portugal and muse of Portuguese literature
- ★Ines de la Fressange (1957–present)French model and fashion icon, longtime muse of Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel
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Frequently Asked
What does Ines mean?
Ines means pure or chaste, derived from the Greek Hagne through the Latin Agnes and Spanish Ines.
How do you pronounce Ines?
Ines is pronounced ee-NES in Spanish, with stress on the second syllable.
Is Ines the same as Agnes?
Yes, Ines is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Agnes, sharing the same Greek root meaning pure.
Is Ines a popular name in Europe?
Yes, Ines is fashionable in Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy, and is growing in popularity in the United States.