Ines Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ines is a name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, derived from the Latin 'Agnes', meaning pure or holy. It evolved from the Greek word 'hagnos' and has various historical forms. The name is associated with purity and has biblical connections through its roots, though it is not directly mentioned in biblical texts. Ines has gained popularity since the Middle Ages and remains a beloved name today, with variants like Inés and Agnès. It is often viewed as a classic and elegant name, and notable people with this name include Ines de Castro and Ines Sastre.
The name Ines is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ines has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ines' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3471st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3246th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8789th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11921st out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 826th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1239th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2094th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2242nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2691st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2418th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1799th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ines' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ines"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈnɛs/
Origin
Spanish and Portuguese
Etymology
Ines is derived from the Latin name 'Agnes', which originates from the Greek word 'hagnos', meaning 'pure' or 'holy'.
Meaning
pure, holy
Language Evolution
Agnes (Latin), Agnès (French), Inès (French), Ines (Spanish/Portuguese)
Historical Usage
Ines gained popularity in the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Inés, Agnès, Inesita
Modern Popularity & Image
Ines is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with purity and grace.
Famous People
Ines de Castro, a historical figure and queen consort of Portugal, Ines Sastre, a Spanish model and actress, Ines Rosales, a Spanish actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ines"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ines"
"Ines" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3471st of 7545 | 89 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3246th of 6773 | 99 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8789th of 16616 | 46 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11921st of 24088 | 58 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 826th of 9107 | 1,389 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1239th of 9204 | 677 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2094th of 12526 | 524 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2242nd of 19264 | 591 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2691st of 27321 | 664 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2418th of 35406 | 1,147 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1799th of 30306 | 1,397 |
Regional Popularity of "Ines" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
55.45% 1312th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
65.79% 1548th/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.54% 1927th/2853 |
- |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ines" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
67.51% 956th/1416 |
51.27% 707th/1379 |
39.22% 928th/2366 |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
56.56% 880th/1556 |
51.93% 1222nd/2353 |
77.31% 1196th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
46.01% 1118th/2430 |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
34.19% 1191st/3483 |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
38.01% 1537th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
42.50% 1902nd/4475 |
52.52% 2728th/5194 |
25.76% 1627th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
78.00% 3574th/4582 |
29.78% 1538th/5164 |
36.61% 2677th/7313 |
24.91% 1859th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.80% 2502nd/3984 |
32.20% 1445th/4487 |
26.97% 1840th/6822 |
20.65% 1296th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ines"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ines" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.