US Popularity:3607
Origin:Portuguese
Other Origin(s):Spanish, Latin
Meaning:Pure, chaste
Inez is a girl's given name of Portuguese origin. It is derived from the Latin name, Agnes, meaning "pure" or "chaste," and is commonly used throughout Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. Agnes' popularity as a girl's name dissipated in the US from about the 1970s onwards. However, Inez is a timeless choice that appeals to new parents for its European feel and refreshing sound.

Inez Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Inez is currently #1770 on The Bump
Girl:Inez is currently #788 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Inez is currently #3607 in U.S. births
Girl:Inez is currently #1300 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#3607
in 2022
- 732
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg, 69, 157

  • Name Doctor, Inez

  • Ancestry, Inez Family History

  • Behind the Name, Inez, November 2019

  • Behind the Name, Agnes, April 2021

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