Girl
Inez
pure, holy
About Inez
Classic sophistication defines Inez, a name that has graced generations while maintaining its distinctive character. This choice appeals to parents who appreciate vintage elegance and aren't afraid of names that stand apart from current trends. Inez possesses a quiet strength and refined simplicity that never feels overdone. The name's crisp consonants and elegant vowel create a balanced sound profile. It works particularly well for families with cultural connections to Spanish or Portuguese heritage, though it transcends any single background. Inez suits serious, thoughtful personalities as well as creative spirits. The name ages beautifully, appropriate for every stage from infancy through professional life. Its relative rarity in contemporary use makes it feel special without being obscure.
Popularity of the Name Inez
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #141 | ||
| 1881 | #150 | ||
| 1882 | #156 | ||
| 1883 | #138 | ||
| 1884 | #143 | ||
| 1885 | #152 | ||
| 1886 | #136 | ||
| 1887 | #143 | ||
| 1888 | #142 | ||
| 1889 | #131 | ||
| 1890 | #131 | ||
| 1891 | #137 | ||
| 1892 | #128 | ||
| 1893 | #131 | ||
| 1894 | #124 | ||
| 1895 | #118 | ||
| 1896 | #120 | ||
| 1897 | #126 | ||
| 1898 | #113 | ||
| 1899 | #115 | ||
| 1900 | #112 | #143 | |
| 1901 | #114 | ||
| 1902 | #116 | ||
| 1903 | #117 | #130 | |
| 1904 | #104 | #140 | |
| 1905 | #106 | ||
| 1906 | #102 | #112 | |
| 1907 | #102 | #154 | |
| 1908 | #100 | #128 | |
| 1909 | #96 | #121 | |
| 1910 | #97 | #148 | |
| 1911 | #99 | #152 | |
| 1912 | #100 | #154 | |
| 1913 | #98 | #153 | |
| 1914 | #101 | #154 | |
| 1915 | #101 | #152 | |
| 1916 | #107 | ||
| 1917 | #110 | #175 | |
| 1918 | #115 | #148 | |
| 1919 | #117 | ||
| 1920 | #122 | #182 | |
| 1921 | #127 | #162 | |
| 1922 | #130 | #173 | |
| 1923 | #141 | #189 | |
| 1924 | #144 | #194 | |
| 1925 | #139 | #179 | |
| 1926 | #149 | #178 | |
| 1927 | #149 | ||
| 1928 | #160 | ||
| 1929 | #165 | ||
| 1930 | #171 | ||
| 1931 | #166 | ||
| 1932 | #185 | ||
| 1933 | #194 | ||
| 1934 | #202 | ||
| 1935 | #213 | ||
| 1936 | #220 | ||
| 1937 | #222 | ||
| 1938 | #253 | ||
| 1939 | #254 | ||
| 1940 | #262 | ||
| 1941 | #280 | ||
| 1942 | #285 | ||
| 1943 | #321 | ||
| 1944 | #311 | ||
| 1945 | #342 | ||
| 1946 | #359 | ||
| 1947 | #373 | ||
| 1948 | #396 | ||
| 1949 | #393 | ||
| 1950 | #428 | ||
| 1951 | #427 | ||
| 1952 | #462 | ||
| 1953 | #481 | ||
| 1954 | #512 | ||
| 1955 | #523 | ||
| 1956 | #555 | ||
| 1957 | #548 | ||
| 1958 | #612 | ||
| 1959 | #648 | ||
| 1960 | #660 | ||
| 1961 | #686 | ||
| 1962 | #711 | ||
| 1963 | #697 | ||
| 1964 | #739 | ||
| 1965 | #761 | #415 | |
| 1966 | #711 | ||
| 1967 | #836 | ||
| 1968 | #889 | ||
| 1969 | #914 | ||
| 1970 | #929 | #420 | |
| 1971 | #904 | #507 | |
| 1976 | #958 | ||
| 1978 | #486 | ||
| 2009 | #674 | ||
| 2010 | #814 | ||
| 2011 | #721 | ||
| 2014 | #786 | ||
| 2018 | #943 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Inez
Names Similar to Inez
Nicknames for Inez
- Inie
- Nez
- Nezzy
- Ini
- Ezzy
Famous People Named Inez
| Inez Milholland | American suffragist and women's rights advocate |
| Inez Andrews | American gospel singer |
| Inez Clarke | British aviator and one of the first female pilots in the United Kingdom |
| Inez Foxx | American R&B and soul singer |
| Inez Kaiser | African American public relations pioneer |
| Inez van Lamsweerde | Dutch photographer and artist |
| Inez McCormack | Northern Irish civil rights leader and trade unionist |
| Inez Meehan | American actress known for her roles in silent films |
| Inez Holden | British author and journalist |
| Inez Jasper | Canadian singer-songwriter and performer |
Characters Named Inez
| Inez "Nez" Mendoza | Character in the book series "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner |
| Inez Temple | Character in Agatha Christie's novel "The Secret of Chimneys" |
| Inez Green | Character in the TV show "Dead Like Me" |
| Inez Cortes | Character in the TV show "Chuck" |
| Inez Perez | Character in the movie "Rio Bravo" |
| Inez Wong | Character in the animated TV series "Futurama" |
| Inez Alvarez | Character in the TV show "My Name Is Earl" |