Inez
Inez is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Agnes, derived from the Greek word 'hagnos' meaning 'pure' or 'chaste.' The name carries a romantic, old-world charm with deep roots in Iberian culture.
Current Popularity
#1400 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Pronunciation may vary: ee-NEZ (Spanish) or EYE-nez (English)
- •Simple spelling but uncommon enough to feel distinctive
- •Strong vintage revival potential with literary associations
- •The 'z' ending gives it an elegant, unexpected quality
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Inez Milholland
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Inez de Castro
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Inez Haynes Irwin
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Inez Voyce
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Statistics
68,353
Total births since 1880
1920
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