Agota

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1530US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile

What does Agota mean and where does it come from?

Agota is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Agota carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1530 in 2015 — currently #1530 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Agota?

Agota works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Agota Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Agota Rose
Floral · soft ending
Agota Mae
Sweet · timeless
Agota Claire
French influence · crisp
Agota Jane
Literary · strong
Agota Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Agota right now?

Holding steady — currently #1530 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1530 · Top 1.1%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#153010stable
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💎Agota is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Agota?

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Famous people named Agota

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Agota (Greek mythological figure)
Agota carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
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Agota (ancient philosopher)
Agota bore this name in classical Greece, where it was associated with wisdom and learning.
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Agota (Greek poet or artist)
Agota helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Agota (modern Greek athlete)
Agota brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Common questions about the name Agota

What does the name Agota mean?
Agota means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Agota?
Agota is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Agota?
Agota originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Agota?
Agota pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Agota a common or rare name?
Agota is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.