Agatha

Meaning good, honorable
Origin Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 3
Syllabification Ag-a-tha

About Agatha

Agatha, a name of Greek origin, holds a timeless charm and conveys the beautiful qualities of goodness and virtue. Its history can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it symbolized moral excellence. Agatha is a name that exudes strength and kindness, making it a wonderful choice for parents seeking a name with positive associations.

The name Agatha also has variations in different languages, such as Agathe in French and Ágata in Spanish, adding to its international appeal. It pairs well with various middle and last names, providing parents with versatility in creating their daughter's full name.

Agatha has seen appreciation in both real and fictional worlds. From the famous mystery writer Agatha Christie to fictional characters like Agatha Harkness in Marvel comics, the name has left its mark on literature and popular culture.

Choosing the name Agatha for your baby girl not only celebrates tradition and history but also bestows upon her a name that embodies goodness and virtue, inspiring her to be a beacon of light in the world.

Variations of Name Agatha

Agathe
Ágata
Agata
Agafia
Agathi

Nicknames for Agatha

Aggie
Aga
Thea
Gatha

Famous People Named Agatha

Agatha ChristieRenowned British author, known for her mystery novels
Agatha BarbaraFirst female President of Malta
Agatha IrwantiIndonesian badminton player and Olympic bronze medalist
Agatha van der KelenBelgian long-distance runner and Olympian
Agatha SangmaIndian politician and Member of Parliament
Agatha A. NiteckaPolish film director and producer
Agatha MoreiraBrazilian actress and model
Agatha JadwiszczokPolish weightlifter and Olympian
Agatha BonarskaPolish biologist and researcher
Agatha OleksiakPolish artistic swimmer and Olympian

Characters Named Agatha

Agatha HarknessMarvel Comics character and mentor to Wanda Maximoff - Scarlet Witch
Agatha RaisinProtagonist of the mystery novels by M.C. Beaton
Agatha TrunchbullCharacter in Roald Dahl's novel "Matilda"
Agatha PrenderghastCharacter in the animated film "ParaNorman"
Agatha ChristieFictionalized version of the famous author appearing in various detective novels
Agatha CackleHeadmistress of the Cackle's Academy in "The Worst Witch" series
Agatha CromwellCharacter in the Disney Channel movie "Halloweentown"
Agatha HeterodyneProtagonist of the webcomic "Girl Genius"
Agatha TimlyCharacter in the novel "The Eyre Affair" by Jasper Fforde
Agatha FrenchCharacter in the movie "The Truth About Cats & Dogs"

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Ari
Avery
Ariyah
Amanda
Alessandra
Arya
Amiyah
Aria
Autumn
Aurora