Girl · 122nd of 9,107
Inez
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
69,151
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1920
Peak Popularity Year
2,131
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Inez stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Inez is a name of Spanish origin derived from Agnes, meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. It evolved from Agnes to Inez through various forms. The name is associated with qualities of grace and purity, and it does not have specific biblical relevance. Its popularity grew in the 19th century and remains a classic choice today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɪˈnɛz/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Inez is derived from the Spanish form of the name Agnes, which means 'pure' or 'holy'.
Meaning
pure, holy
Language Evolution
Agnes, Ines, Inez
Historical Usage
The name Inez gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world and has seen usage in various cultures since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Ines, Agnes, Inezita
Modern Popularity & Image
Inez is currently viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and purity.
Famous People
Inez Milholland, Inez M. B. O'Brien
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,131 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1820th of 7545 | 291 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1910th of 6773 | 267 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2661st of 7552 | 181 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4186th of 10718 | 98 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7156th of 16616 | 74 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16764th of 24088 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16116th of 23106 | 22 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 122nd of 9107 | 36,839 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 236th of 9204 | 14,203 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 530th of 12526 | 5,895 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 975th of 19264 | 2,073 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1795th of 27321 | 1,174 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2668th of 35406 | 985 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2059th of 30306 | 1,124 |